The governor said that all public transportation in the state, both on the roads and on the water, would be cheaper from next week.
He made the announcement on Wednesday while addressing journalists at the Lagos House in the Marina area of the state.
The governor says that the price cuts for all state public transportation on roads and waterways will start next week.
Sanwo-Olu said that the BRT buses, first-mile buses, and last-mile buses have been told to charge only half of the current fare. This is to make it easier for people to deal with the naira swap.
“To further support Lagosians to weather these stormy days, I hereby announce the following measures: A 50% cut in fares on all our BRT buses, LAGRIDE taxi-scheme, First Mile and Last Mile buses, and Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY),” the governor said.
“This will take effect from tomorrow for the next seven days. We will push out more Cowrie Cards to enable more Lagosians to get on board our services.”
The governor also stated palliative items will be distributed to residents as of tomorrow through religious leaders, and non-governmental organisations, to assist those affected by the current situation.
