I was in Dubai recently and I really enjoyed taking the metro. It saved me a whole lot of money. So many people ride the metro, even working professionals. Their taxi system is also very well organised. Their taxis are all metered and the least you can pay is 12 Dirham no matter how short the distance is. Their roads nko? I didn't know life could be different. When I came back to Nigeria, I was depressed for one whole week. Our leaders are cursed!
>>A former Nigerian vice president also has a state-of-the-art building in the upscale Jumeirah district, close to the Atlantis Hotel, which is one of the most expensive and luxurious hotels in the world.
AutoJoshNG: In Dubai, one of the most fascinating features in public transportation is the Dubai Tram. The Dubai Tram is an essential part of Dubai transport network.
Generally, Trams are one of the safest modes of public transport in the world.
What exactly is a Tram?
A tram is similar to a train in many ways. It runs on a railway-like line called a tramway. Just like trains, it consist of a series of coaches/carriages/vehicles. Trams usually run from a tramway to a railway line. It can also be modified to have the speed of a train.
The Dubai Tramway
The Dubai Tram is a tramway located in Al Sufouh. The tram service links Dubai Metro and the Palm Monorail and runs along Al Sufouh Road and Jumeirah Beach Road. It provides access to destinations such as the Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Lake Towers.
The tram runs for 14.5 kilometres (9.0 mi) along Al Sufouh Road from Dubai Marina to the Palm Jumeirah and Al Sufouh. It takes about 42 minutes to run from Al Sufouh to Jumeirah Beach residences.
In Dubai, to board and ride in a tram, you would need to pay with a Nol card. You can purchase one at any of the tram or Metro stations. A Nol Card can be used by passengers to check-in and check-out of the tram by scanning (tapping) the card at the platform screen doors.
The Tram has a fixed fare of AED 3 (N300) per ride, regardless of the distance travelled. But if you're paying for a ticket with cash, you would have to pay at a premium.
The trams run every 10 minutes during peak hours and 12 minutes at all other times. A trip along the entire route takes about 40 minutes.
Dubai Tram is fully automated. It provides a vast number of features and services for the convenience of the users. For instance, it is air-conditioned; it has Wi-Fi access throughout its network. It also has a complete mobile phone network. There is also dedicated Tram police to enforce rules.
See Also: Checkout The Fully Air Conditioned Bus Stop Shelters In Dubai (PHOTOS)
So, if you’re visiting Dubai, and you plan to stay in Al Sufouh, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeira, etc., you might need to use the Tram.
The Roads and Transport Authority, commonly known as RTA, a major independent government roads & transportation authority in Dubai coordinates the function of the Dubai Tram.
Autojosh.com takes you to the beautiful city of Dubai, to show you some photos of the fascinating Tram.
Now, why don't we have such mode of mass transit in major Nigerian cities?
AutoJoshNG: In Dubai, one of the most fascinating features in public transportation is the Dubai Tram. The Dubai Tram is an essential part of Dubai transport network.
Generally, Trams are one of the safest modes of public transport in the world.
What exactly is a Tram?
A tram is similar to a train in many ways. It runs on a railway-like line called a tramway. Just like trains, it consist of a series of coaches/carriages/vehicles. Trams usually run from a tramway to a railway line. It can also be modified to have the speed of a train.
The Dubai Tramway
The Dubai Tram is a tramway located in Al Sufouh. The tram service links Dubai Metro and the Palm Monorail and runs along Al Sufouh Road and Jumeirah Beach Road. It provides access to destinations such as the Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Lake Towers.
The tram runs for 14.5 kilometres (9.0 mi) along Al Sufouh Road from Dubai Marina to the Palm Jumeirah and Al Sufouh. It takes about 42 minutes to run from Al Sufouh to Jumeirah Beach residences.
In Dubai, to board and ride in a tram, you would need to pay with a Nol card. You can purchase one at any of the tram or Metro stations. A Nol Card can be used by passengers to check-in and check-out of the tram by scanning (tapping) the card at the platform screen doors.
The Tram has a fixed fare of AED 3 (N300) per ride, regardless of the distance travelled. But if you're paying for a ticket with cash, you would have to pay at a premium.
The trams run every 10 minutes during peak hours and 12 minutes at all other times. A trip along the entire route takes about 40 minutes.
Dubai Tram is fully automated. It provides a vast number of features and services for the convenience of the users. For instance, it is air-conditioned; it has Wi-Fi access throughout its network. It also has a complete mobile phone network. There is also dedicated Tram police to enforce rules.
See Also: Checkout The Fully Air Conditioned Bus Stop Shelters In Dubai (PHOTOS)
So, if you’re visiting Dubai, and you plan to stay in Al Sufouh, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeira, etc., you might need to use the Tram.
The Roads and Transport Authority, commonly known as RTA, a major independent government roads & transportation authority in Dubai coordinates the function of the Dubai Tram.
Autojosh.com takes you to the beautiful city of Dubai, to show you some photos of the fascinating Tram.
Now, why don't we have such mode of mass transit in major Nigerian cities?
In America, during the 1940's 50's, they had Trams. A very nice form of transportation for the masses. The car industry just began selling cars. But people were not buying cars because they didn't need ... So the auto industries all go together discuss BAD plan. They used their money to buy the tram companies and all their infrastructure.
Once they had ownership of the trams, they bastardised the whole thing. Scattered it finish - Nonsense.
Now every body leg was paining them and they were all forced to buy cars.
Nigeria is slow on public transport because the imported cars need to be sold. We're just importing like crazy
As in its really annoying look at middle eastern countries like Qatar, Saudi Arabia; that we both have crude oil see there level of development compared to ours here
HerMoney: I was in Dubai recently and I really enjoyed taking the metro. It saved me a whole lot of money. So many people ride the metro, even working professionals. Their taxi system is also very well organised. Their taxis are all metered and the least you can pay is 12 Dirham no matter how short the distance is. Their roads nko? I didn't know life could be different. When I came back to Nigeria, I was depressed for one whole week. Our leaders are cursed!
I haven't been there before, but I kinda know how you feel
AutoJoshNG: In Dubai, one of the most fascinating features in public transportation is the Dubai Tram. The Dubai Tram is an essential part of Dubai transport network.
Generally, Trams are one of the safest modes of public transport in the world.
What exactly is a Tram?
A tram is similar to a train in many ways. It runs on a railway-like line called a tramway. Just like trains, it consist of a series of coaches/carriages/vehicles. Trams usually run from a tramway to a railway line. It can also be modified to have the speed of a train.
The Dubai Tramway
The Dubai Tram is a tramway located in Al Sufouh. The tram service links Dubai Metro and the Palm Monorail and runs along Al Sufouh Road and Jumeirah Beach Road. It provides access to destinations such as the Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Lake Towers.
The tram runs for 14.5 kilometres (9.0 mi) along Al Sufouh Road from Dubai Marina to the Palm Jumeirah and Al Sufouh. It takes about 42 minutes to run from Al Sufouh to Jumeirah Beach residences.
In Dubai, to board and ride in a tram, you would need to pay with a Nol card. You can purchase one at any of the tram or Metro stations. A Nol Card can be used by passengers to check-in and check-out of the tram by scanning (tapping) the card at the platform screen doors.
The Tram has a fixed fare of AED 3 (N300) per ride, regardless of the distance travelled. But if you're paying for a ticket with cash, you would have to pay at a premium.
The trams run every 10 minutes during peak hours and 12 minutes at all other times. A trip along the entire route takes about 40 minutes.
Dubai Tram is fully automated. It provides a vast number of features and services for the convenience of the users. For instance, it is air-conditioned; it has Wi-Fi access throughout its network. It also has a complete mobile phone network. There is also dedicated Tram police to enforce rules.
See Also: Checkout The Fully Air Conditioned Bus Stop Shelters In Dubai (PHOTOS)
So, if you’re visiting Dubai, and you plan to stay in Al Sufouh, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeira, etc., you might need to use the Tram.
The Roads and Transport Authority, commonly known as RTA, a major independent government roads & transportation authority in Dubai coordinates the function of the Dubai Tram.
Autojosh.com takes you to the beautiful city of Dubai, to show you some photos of the fascinating Tram.
Now, why don't we have such mode of mass transit in major Nigerian cities?
Easy to point fingers but you have to question the citizens who keep voting for these types of leaders. This is not a military govt anymore, we can change our leaders if we are serious. We are all responsible, the useless leaders and the useless citizens. If the citizens continue to accept, the leaders will continue in their ways.
Every time you people will face voters ,voters will they come and kill themselves, they only vote according to candidate that came out . It was Jonathan, they say no PMB better he will change things we vote for change now see where we are now you are still blaming us, WE CAN'T COME AND KILL OURSELVES.
Because majority of you are greedy, unethical and of low moral compass. Politicians, monarchs, area boys etc will all want a percentage of the contract which will drive down the quality. If it ever gets completed, you guys will start stealing the metals on the tracks, remove the windows etc. The rail workers will hoard the tickets and increase the price to make illegal extra bucks. Some of you will be in the train to snatch bags and rob passengers. You now see that it is a collective problem. You are all culpable in the under-development that will remain in the country for a long time. Those things don't just appear magically, it takes the responsibility of all and sundry.
AutoJoshNG: In Dubai, one of the most fascinating features in public transportation is the Dubai Tram. The Dubai Tram is an essential part of Dubai transport network.
Generally, Trams are one of the safest modes of public transport in the world.
What exactly is a Tram?
A tram is similar to a train in many ways. It runs on a railway-like line called a tramway. Just like trains, it consist of a series of coaches/carriages/vehicles. Trams usually run from a tramway to a railway line. It can also be modified to have the speed of a train.
The Dubai Tramway
The Dubai Tram is a tramway located in Al Sufouh. The tram service links Dubai Metro and the Palm Monorail and runs along Al Sufouh Road and Jumeirah Beach Road. It provides access to destinations such as the Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Lake Towers.
The tram runs for 14.5 kilometres (9.0 mi) along Al Sufouh Road from Dubai Marina to the Palm Jumeirah and Al Sufouh. It takes about 42 minutes to run from Al Sufouh to Jumeirah Beach residences.
In Dubai, to board and ride in a tram, you would need to pay with a Nol card. You can purchase one at any of the tram or Metro stations. A Nol Card can be used by passengers to check-in and check-out of the tram by scanning (tapping) the card at the platform screen doors.
The Tram has a fixed fare of AED 3 (N300) per ride, regardless of the distance travelled. But if you're paying for a ticket with cash, you would have to pay at a premium.
The trams run every 10 minutes during peak hours and 12 minutes at all other times. A trip along the entire route takes about 40 minutes.
Dubai Tram is fully automated. It provides a vast number of features and services for the convenience of the users. For instance, it is air-conditioned; it has Wi-Fi access throughout its network. It also has a complete mobile phone network. There is also dedicated Tram police to enforce rules.
See Also: Checkout The Fully Air Conditioned Bus Stop Shelters In Dubai (PHOTOS)
So, if you’re visiting Dubai, and you plan to stay in Al Sufouh, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeira, etc., you might need to use the Tram.
The Roads and Transport Authority, commonly known as RTA, a major independent government roads & transportation authority in Dubai coordinates the function of the Dubai Tram.
Autojosh.com takes you to the beautiful city of Dubai, to show you some photos of the fascinating Tram.
Now, why don't we have such mode of mass transit in major Nigerian cities?
[quote author=Akiika post=84854041]Because majority of you are greedy, unethical and of low moral compass. Politicians, monarchs, area boys etc will all want a percentage of the contract which will drive down the quality. If it ever gets completed, you guys will start stealing the metals on the tracks, remove the windows etc. The rail workers will hoard the tickets and increase the price to make illegal extra bucks. Some of you will be in the train to snatch bags and rob passengers. You now see that it is a collective problem. You are all culpable in the under-development that will remain in the country for a long time. Those things don't just appear magically, it takes the responsibility of all and sundry.[/quot
Corruption is the reason. The FG will claim they are looking for money , when from every past president,governor and local government chairman and legislator,police chiefs , army chiefs etc they can get nothing less than N20b or so from each if they are well probed. But when FG is corrupt what do you expect. Abachas loot they said they shared it to the poor!! Which poor!! Who?!!
