The Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) has declared support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general election.
The union also asked the Federal Government to create a Bank of Transport to provide affordable loans for operators in the sector.
RTEAN announced its position in a statement signed by its National President, Musa Maitakobi, after consultations across its national and state structures.
The association said the transport sector needs a dedicated financial institution to fund fleet renewal, safety upgrades and infrastructure development.
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“We are asking the government to establish a Bank of Transport, just like the Bank of Industry and Bank of Agriculture,” the statement said.
According to RTEAN, transport plays a key role in economic growth. It said easier access to credit would help operators expand, reduce costs and improve services nationwide.
The union praised ongoing reforms under Tinubu’s administration, including infrastructure development and the growing use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles. It said the shift to CNG is helping transporters cut fuel costs and support cleaner energy.
RTEAN argued that continuity in leadership would help complete ongoing projects and protect investments already made in the sector.
It called on its members across the country to mobilise support for Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.
Nigeria’s 2027 election is expected to be competitive, with opposition figures preparing to challenge the president.
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