By Sylvia Johnson, LagosMove Senior Editor
Last updated: October 25, 2026
FMN Golden Transport Company (Golden Transport Company Limited) is the haulage arm of Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc. It moves FMN group products from Lagos to depots, distributors and customers. It is a freight company, not a passenger bus line.
This guide covers what the company does, where it came from, what public records confirm, and how to check services and quotes before you book any haulage job in Lagos.
Key takeaways
- Golden Transport became a separate FMN company on April 1, 2008.
- Its main job is moving goods for FMN’s own businesses.
- There is no official public price list or route list.
- We could not confirm that it takes cargo from outside customers.
- Ask FMN directly and get any quote in writing from an official email address.
What is FMN Golden Transport Company?
Golden Transport Company Limited is a logistics subsidiary of Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc, one of Nigeria’s largest food and agro-allied groups. FMN has its head office in Apapa, Lagos, close to the ports where much of its imported wheat arrives.
Golden Transport exists to keep FMN’s goods moving. Its trucks help the group’s sister companies distribute their products to depots, distributors and customers.
It is a freight business. We found no evidence that it runs passenger buses, so do not confuse it with intercity bus lines that use “Golden” in their names.
A short history of Golden Transport
FMN was incorporated in 1960. As the group grew, it built its own transport operation to move flour and other products. On April 1, 2008, that operation became a separate company, Golden Transport Company Limited. Adexen’s company profile also lists 2008 as its founding year and describes its role in helping sister companies distribute products.
FMN’s investor material lists Golden Transport among the group’s subsidiaries. You may also see a figure of around 500 trucks in older articles. We could not match that number to a current FMN report, so treat it as a historical estimate, not today’s fleet size.
What is confirmed, and what is not
Here is what public FMN material supports today.
| Topic | What we found | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Main role | Haulage and distribution for FMN group companies | Confirmed |
| Became a separate company | April 1, 2008 | Confirmed |
| Vehicle care and tracking | FMN sustainability reports describe maintained vehicles, experienced drivers and shipment tracking | Confirmed |
| Fleet size | About 500 trucks in older material | Not current |
| Service for outside customers | No official public booking page found | Not confirmed |
| Prices | No public rate card | Not confirmed |
| Routes | No official public route list | Not confirmed |
The safety and tracking points come from FMN’s sustainability reporting on the group’s road transport. That shows the group pays attention to fleet safety. It does not tell you whether a truck is free for your load next week.
Can you hire Golden Transport for your own cargo?
Possibly, but we could not confirm it. Golden Transport’s main customer is the FMN group itself. If you run a business and want to use it, contact FMN through its official website and ask whether third-party haulage is offered.
Have these details ready when you ask:
- Pickup location and delivery address
- Cargo type, weight and size
- Number of trips and preferred dates
- Any special handling, such as fragile or bulky goods
Ask for the answer in writing from an official FMN email address. Do not book through a phone number taken from a social media repost or a WhatsApp forward.
How much does FMN Golden Transport charge?
There is no official public price list. Some websites, including an earlier version of this page, showed route prices. We could not verify those figures, so we removed them.
Haulage prices in Nigeria usually depend on distance, truck size, cargo weight, fuel prices, road conditions, waiting time and loading costs. A fair quote should say what is included. Ask about:
- Loading and unloading charges
- Waiting or demurrage fees
- Insurance cover and its limits
- The delivery window and proof of delivery
If your goods are coming out of the ports, read our guide to Lagos port demurrage charges. For valuable loads, see our guide to cargo insurance in Nigeria.
Safety checks before you pay any haulier
- Confirm the company’s full registered name with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
- Get a written quote on company letterhead or from an official email address.
- Pay only into a bank account in the company’s registered name.
- Ask for the truck plate number and driver details before pickup.
- Insure valuable cargo and check the cover limits.
- Keep the quote, receipt, waybill and proof of delivery together.
Be careful with posts that use the FMN or Golden Transport name to sell haulage jobs, recruit drivers for a fee or announce prizes. Check them through FMN’s official channels first. Never share a bank PIN or one-time code.
Other haulage options in Lagos
If Golden Transport cannot take your load, compare other providers.
| Option | Best for | Where to start |
|---|---|---|
| Haulage company | Full truckloads between states | Haulage companies in Lagos |
| Truck hire | Local and short moves | Truck transport in Lagos |
| Freight company | Mixed cargo and regular shipments | Freight companies in Lagos |
| Freight forwarder | Imports, exports and clearing | Freight forwarders in Lagos |
| Logistics company | Storage and distribution | Logistics companies in Lagos |
| Business logistics | Ongoing supply for shops and firms | Business logistics in Lagos |
| Waterway freight | Bulk goods around Lagos waters | Waterway freight in Lagos |
For port cargo, see our guides to Apapa Port and the Lagos shipping ports. Official port notices are on the Nigerian Ports Authority website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FMN Golden Transport the same as Flour Mills of Nigeria?
No. Golden Transport is a subsidiary of Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc. FMN is the parent group, and Golden Transport handles haulage and distribution within it.
When was Golden Transport Company founded?
It became a separate company on April 1, 2008. Before that, transport was handled inside FMN.
Does Golden Transport carry passengers?
We found no evidence that it does. Public FMN material describes it as a freight and distribution company.
How many trucks does Golden Transport have?
There is no current public figure. Older material mentions about 500 trucks, but we could not confirm that number for today.
How do I get a Golden Transport quote?
Contact FMN through its official website and ask whether third-party haulage is available. Share your cargo details and get any quote in writing.
Sources
- FLOUR MILLS OF NIGERIA PLC, 2022 Sustainability Report
- FLOUR MILLS OF NIGERIA PLC, 2023 Sustainability Report
- FLOUR MILLS OF NIGERIA PLC, H1 2021 Investor Presentation
- ADEXEN, Golden Transport Company profile
- WIKIPEDIA, Flour Mills of Nigeria
- NIGERIAN PORTS AUTHORITY, Official website
The bottom line
FMN Golden Transport Company is FMN’s own haulage arm, set up as a separate company in 2008. Its history and role are clear. Its prices, routes and availability for outside customers are not public. Ask FMN directly, get everything in writing, and compare trusted Lagos haulage firms before you book.
