LAGOS, Nigeria (BG) — Nigeria’s Lagos State government has expanded its transportation network by commissioning the newly completed Abule Egba Bus Terminal to improve connectivity and ease commuter movement.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who inaugurated the terminal on Tuesday, said the project aligns with his administration’s goal of modernizing the city’s transport infrastructure.
Located near the Lagos Red Line corridor, the terminal will provide seamless access for passengers traveling within and beyond the suburb.
To enhance affordability, Sanwo-Olu also announced a 30% reduction in fares for the Lagos Red Line service, lowering prices from 1,500 naira ($1) to 1,000 naira ($0.66).
The move is expected to make rail transport more accessible to residents.
“Our vision is to enhance mobility and stimulate urban and economic growth through interconnected transportation networks, offering residents various commuting options by rail, water, or land,” Sanwo-Olu said.
The governor also revealed that new compressed natural gas (CNG) and electric buses will be added to the state’s public transit system by the third quarter of the year.
These additions aim to expand the fleet, reduce waiting times, and promote cleaner energy solutions.
Sanwo-Olu urged residents to take ownership of public transport infrastructure, emphasizing that taxpayers fund these improvements.
“By safeguarding these assets, we can all benefit from their long-term value and continue to build a better future for our community,” he said.
