No total ban tokunbo vehicles says government #

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The Nigerian government has not issued a total ban on the importation of Tokunbo vehicles, which are used vehicles imported from abroad, particularly from Europe and America. However, there have been several attempts to regulate the importation of these vehicles to ensure safety and reduce the environmental impact.

In 2019, the Federal Government of Nigeria introduced a policy to ban the importation of Tokunbo vehicles that are more than 10 years old. The policy aimed to reduce the number of old and polluting vehicles on Nigerian roads and promote the use of newer, safer, and more environmentally friendly vehicles.

However, the policy has been met with resistance from some stakeholders, including car dealers and importers, who argue that it is unfair and will lead to job losses. As a result, the policy has not been fully implemented, and Tokunbo vehicles continue to be imported into the country.

In recent times, there have been calls for a total ban on the importation of Tokunbo vehicles, citing concerns about their safety, environmental impact, and the negative impact on the local automotive industry. However, the government has not issued a total ban, and the importation of Tokunbo vehicles remains a contentious issue in Nigeria.

It's worth noting that the Nigerian government has introduced some measures to regulate the importation of Tokunbo vehicles, including the requirement for importers to obtain a Certificate of Conformity from the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON) and the National Automotive Council (NAC). These measures aim to ensure that imported vehicles meet certain safety and environmental standards.