The Lagos State Government has disclosed that its state-owned buses have conveyed more than 60 million passengers since 2019, with current daily ridership now exceeding 40,000 commuters.
This milestone was shared by the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, during the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing held on Tuesday at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre in Alausa, according to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).
Osiyemi highlighted the pivotal role of the state-run buses in transporting Lagos’ ever-growing population, describing them as an affordable and reliable means of daily commuting for thousands of residents.
He announced that the state is expanding its public transport services, including the deployment of additional buses and the construction of Quality Bus Corridors (QBCs) to reduce congestion and enhance travel times. The Abule-Egba Bus Terminal has also been commissioned to support growing passenger demand and streamline operations.
“In the state-owned bus operations, over 60 million commuters have been served since 2019, with daily ridership now exceeding 40,000,” Osiyemi stated.
The commissioner emphasised that since the launch of the Lagos State Transport Policy in May 2024, the government has focused on building a more inclusive, sustainable, and safe transportation system.
Significant developments have also taken place across rail, water, and road transport:
Rail: The Blue Line Rail has transported over two million passengers to date. Its Phase Two extension, from Mile 2 to Okokomaiko, is currently underway. Meanwhile, the Red Line (Agbado to Oyingbo), featuring eight stations, is now operational, with its own second phase in progress.
Water Transport: Osiyemi noted the successful deployment of 15 locally-built Omibus Ferries, while the Ijegun Egba Terminal has become operational. The state is also implementing the OMI EKO project, in collaboration with the French Development Agency, to deliver 25 water terminals and 78 electric ferries aimed at easing road congestion.
Road Infrastructure: A total of 49 junction improvement projects have been completed across the city. Additional upgrades are ongoing in areas including Ikorodu, Iju, and the Allen–Opebi–Toyin axis. The state has also installed solar-powered traffic signals, road markings, and designated parking spaces to improve traffic management.
As part of enforcement and safety initiatives, Osiyemi revealed that over 470,000 traffic violations had been identified through Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras. He added that more than one million vehicle roadworthiness certificates have been issued.
Furthermore, the Lagos State Drivers’ Institute has trained over 32,000 drivers, while more than 800 officers from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) have undergone additional training to enhance traffic enforcement.
