Obi predicts bright future for Innoson mini bus
•“It’ll replace Keke NAPEP”By Moses Akaigwe [igwemos@sunnewsonline]
Friday March 30, 2012

Anambra State Governor, Mr. Peter Obi, has observed that the latest mini bus to roll off the Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing plant in Nnewi, has all it takes to replace Keke NAPEP tricycle as a popular means of transportation in the country.

Gov Obi said though the tricycle, also known as Keke Marwa, is widely in use in both urban and rural areas, Innoson’s latest offering could overtake the Indian import in terms of suitability for quick shuttles and passenger appeal.

He made the observations recently in Awka, Anambra State during an exhibition of made-in-Nigeria products organized by the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Eastern zone.

According to him, “Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company has made Nigeria proud with its vehicles. This latest product, IVM 1.3 mini bus, will surely satisfy the demands of those who may not like to use “keke” because of its rough nature. The small vehicle which has in-built air conditioner is not only unique, but attractive and durable. This is really a great initiative from a determined mind like Chief (Dr.) Innocent Chukwuma, OFR, the company’s Chief Executive Officer.”

The governor who recently bought school buses and refuse disposal trucks valued at over =N=400 million from the company, further called for encouragement and support for the Nnewi plant, from other states in Nigeria, stating that the range of vehicles it has so far produced is a testimony to its commitment and determination to elevate auto industry in Nigeria.

The newest Innoson vehicle, a 1.3 litre-engine, six-seater bus, is currently on display at the company’s stand at the Enugu International Trade Fair, where it is attracting a lot of attention from visitors.

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Soon the whole of SE will be using keke bus and trucks made in nigeria it will be spanking new affordable and cheap maintenance

Am so happy, Nigeria will surely get to the promise land with this kind of breakthrough. Government need to encourage manufacturers like Innoson with full patronage and favourable policies.I was in china last year and could count the number of Toyota, Honda and Nissan brands on their road, they seriously patronise their local Chinese made cars. Brands like Geely, Changan and Lifan etc were common sight on their road, over 80 percent of their commercial vehicles re home-grown brands. I encourage every Nigerian to patronise Innoson. there was a time when nobody thought kia and Hyundai brands could penetrate our market but today the reverse is the case. We need to appreciate and patronise our own, very soon Innoson will start exporting our brand to other African countries, success for Innoson will surely be victory for Nigeria

Obi has done well by supporting Innoson. If all wealthy Igbos could just make it a culture that you must have one Innoson car, I think he could be having a yearly turnover in the tens of thousands.

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time to phase out molue of Lagos

Fashola oya over to u

Can someone pls post a picture of this new minibus for us to see?

Soon it will come up!!

Minibus

those keke suppose to be faced out by now because it doesn't have that safety and comfort, no air bags no seat belts is not balanced enough but with mini bus it will be more comfortable and efficiency and safety for both driver and passengers even children.............

lnnoson motors is the best thing that can happen to nigeria and nigerians.my quest is can them(innoson) manufacture this cars or mini buses in mass quanities cos i can't wait to grab one.

hows d prediction so far

ak47mann:
Obi predicts bright future for Innoson mini bus
•“It’ll replace Keke NAPEP”By Moses Akaigwe [igwemos@sunnewsonline]
Friday March 30, 2012

Anambra State Governor, Mr. Peter Obi, has observed that the latest mini bus to roll off the Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing plant in Nnewi, has all it takes to replace Keke NAPEP tricycle as a popular means of transportation in the country.

Gov Obi said though the tricycle, also known as Keke Marwa, is widely in use in both urban and rural areas, Innoson’s latest offering could overtake the Indian import in terms of suitability for quick shuttles and passenger appeal.

He made the observations recently in Awka, Anambra State during an exhibition of made-in-Nigeria products organized by the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Eastern zone.

According to him, “Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company has made Nigeria proud with its vehicles. This latest product, IVM 1.3 mini bus, will surely satisfy the demands of those who may not like to use “keke” because of its rough nature. The small vehicle which has in-built air conditioner is not only unique, but attractive and durable. This is really a great initiative from a determined mind like Chief (Dr.) Innocent Chukwuma, OFR, the company’s Chief Executive Officer.”

The governor who recently bought school buses and refuse disposal trucks valued at over =N=400 million from the company, further called for encouragement and support for the Nnewi plant, from other states in Nigeria, stating that the range of vehicles it has so far produced is a testimony to its commitment and determination to elevate auto industry in Nigeria.

The newest Innoson vehicle, a 1.3 litre-engine, six-seater bus, is currently on display at the company’s stand at the Enugu International Trade Fair, where it is attracting a lot of attention from visitors.

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If they will make the price and parts affordable and available respectively