29th September, 2015
Daniels Ekugo
Thousands of auto technicians in Lagos have registered for Autofest which started Monday at the Blueroof of the Lagos State Television, Ikeja, western Nigeria.
Organizers of the Autofest officially announced the free training while answering questions during a media parley.
During the interactive session, Mr Gbola Oba, the COO of Automedics Limited, informed the audience about a partnership arrangement with two prominent mechanic associations in Lagos State to have their members trained in mechatronics and high tech, 21st century technologies in modern automobile.
“Members of the Nigeria Automobile Technicians Association of Nigeria (NATA) and Motor Mechanics and technical Association of Nigeria (MOMTAN) have both registered thousands of their members in Lagos for the training,” he said.
Several automobile companies, franchise holders and auto assemblers are participating in the Autofest with their latest automotive products ranging from SUVs, Sedans, Trucks, Motorbikes, spare parts, accessories, tyres and many other innovative products during the one week show.
According to the Chief Executive Officer of the company, Engr. Kunle Shonaike, updating the knowledge of the mechanics through regular training is essential and crucial to the success of any auto brand and the automobile industry in general.
“This is also necessary to complement efforts of the Federal Government in restructuring the industry towards greater productivity and technological acquisition as enshrined in the National Automotive Policy document.”
Other side attractions targeted at the family include Go-kart racing and competition between adults and children, power bike demonstrations from Biker’s Associations in Lagos State, Kiddies arena, and funky car cleaning during celebrity hang-out in the evenings daily.