The People’s Republic of China under the Railway Signal and Communication International Co. Ltd (CRSCI) has promised to uphold an open attitude and commitment to mutual benefit on rail transit intelligence control system with Nigeria.
According to the Chief Information and Communication Officer of the University, Umar Usman, This was made known by Mr. Yin Yungong, the Deputy General Manager of the China Railway Signal and Communication International (CRSCI) on Thursday during the closing ceremony of International Seminar on Rail Transit Intelligence Control System which held in Beijing and Suzhou, China, between Thursday, 20th November and Thursday, 4th December, 2025.
According to Mr. Yin, the participants from Nigerian, comprising of representatives from the Federal Ministry of Transportation (FMoT), Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), and Federal University of Transportation, Daura (FUTD) have successfully completed the planned learning objectives which prepared them to step down the experience and apply it in transforming the railway transit in Nigeria.
“Through this program, I believe you have gained an understanding of China’s rail transit technology system. It has been about practice, deepening your understanding of technical details and enhancing your skills through hands-on experience.
“In the course of carrying out your responsibilities, should you encounter any technical challenge, please do not hesitate to contact CRSCI. We promise to be your strong backbone, providing full assistance in resolving the challenges, and jointly promoting the development of rail transit in Nigeria”, he assured.
He further hoped that, the agreement signed in August, 2025, between the CRSCI, FMoT, and FUTD would open more doors of collaborative projects for both parties.
“As part of our commitment, we will establish a Joint Intelligent Control Research Centre next year. We will strengthen cooperation with the Federal Ministry of Transportation to promote the implementation of projects such as the Abuja-Kaduna Railway Upgrade and Renovation Project, the Low Altitude Security System, operation and maintenance, as well as other new projects”, Mr. Yin added.
He then wished the participants journey mercies back to Nigeria.On his own part, the Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Transportation, Daura, Hon. Prof. Umar Adam Katsayal, mni, thanked the God Almighty for sparing the lives of the participants to witness the end of the program.The Vice-Chancellor, on behalf of all participants, thanked the CRSC for extending its hands of friendship to Nigeria and for organizing the seminar in a grand style, joining class room lessons with practical and site visits to ease understanding.
“We thank you for providing us with the needed conducive environment and materials for the seminar to take place without any hitch.
“I have no doubt that, we will leave China with so much knowledge and desire to apply it at our places of work and in our personal endeavors back home”, the Vice-Chancellor said.
Delivering her remarks on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Transportation, Mrs. Afolabi, Olufisayo Mercy had on behalf of the Hon. Minister of Transportation, Sen. Said Ahmed Alkali, thanked the organizers of the seminar for their meticulous planning, and its hitch-free execution.
According to her, the seminar had equipped Nigerian Scholars, Engineers, Technicians and Operators with the competencies to teach, design, implement and sustain the modern Railway Signaling and Operational Systems.
“This closing marks a milestone in a broader, strategic partnership that extends beyond technology transfer to trust, shared standards, and a common goal – safe, reliable, and sustainable Rail transport for Nigeria.
“We envisage a continued collaboration, joint research, extended exchanges, and capacity development to keep Nigeria at the forefront of railway innovation in Africa.
“Our shared objectives remain clear which are to elevate safety, reduce travel times, and provide dependable services while respecting our environment and resources”, she said.
She said that, the participation of the FMoT in the Seminar would result in implementing adaptive modular signaling standards that evolve with technology; prioritizing interoperability; investing in local capacity development; improving maintenance culture; continuous learning to sustain gains; and maintaining the spirit of international cooperation by leveraging this partnership as a foundation for future projects, research, and training.
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