Transportation In Lagos With BRT
Transportation in Lagos, the Bus Rapid Transport (BRT) system has been around since 2008. It was meant to relieve the regular Lagos traffic congestion and make fares affordable for low-income earners. It was initiated by the government of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu and extended by Governor Akinwunmi Ambode. Read more about Tavel and Tourism The […]
App Of The Week: Cowry
Cowry app is a mobile ticketing service that enables Lagos commuters to pay their transport fares in a convenient and seamless manner. These days digitised transports cards are taking centre stage in the transport industry because of how fluid and effortless they make transport payments. Read more about App of the week Cognizant […]
BRT Restarts Compulsory Card Payment For Commuters
All indications are emerging that Lagos state now has the equivalent of Oyster cards used for travel payments in London at the BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) bus stops within the state. Read more about Transport Named Cowry, the new ATM-size travel card is a travel card that will enable users to pay for their […]
Amber BRT Initiative Launched To Ease Commuting In Lagos
Amber Energy Drinks Ltd., a private company, has launched the Amber BRT, an initiative to make commuting more seamless for Lagos residents. A statement released by officials of the company noted that the free bus ride initiative was launched to relieve Lagos residents of the distressing conditions they face while commuting. Read more about […]
Lagos LAGBUS Fare Remains Fixed Despite Fuel Scarcity
The Lagos State public transportation system, LAGBUS, other wise known as Red Bus, has stated that despite the current scarcity of premium motor spirit (PMS) in the state, its fare remains fixed. Interacting with followers on micro blogging site, Twitter, through its handle @LAGBUSOfficial, the governmentowned transportation system said it would not increase its fare […]
African Development Bank to Fund Urban Mobility in Abuja
African Development Bank (AfDB) Group will leverage funding from the Clean Technology Fund (CTF) to funds a project on Bus Rapid Transport (BRT) system in Abuja. “The project,” according to the Group, “Will contribute towards developing good quality public transport system in the city. Not only will this reduce reliance on cars, but will also […]
A BRT Experience – “You Are Just Not Good Enough”
I have heard that when you have a complaint concerning Lagos and governmental services rendered, and you voice it succinctly, the state will most likely listen and attend to it. Eko o ni baje o! That is commendable. In that vein, I have come to table this matter before our elders. I had an experience […]