The Lagos State Bus Rapid Transit has commenced operations.
Recall that BRT operations were suspended across the state on Tuesday following the death of 22-year-old Bamise Ayanwola.
The suspension of BRT services resulted in what some commuters described as a “very terrible situation,” with stranded passengers seen in large numbers at major bus stops and BRT terminals, while many trekked to their destinations.
“We had to start queuing up to board Danfo (yellow buses), and the fares also tripled. It was a very terrible situation,” a commuter told our correspondent.
However, there was some relief Wednesday morning when the BRT terminal in Ikorodu reopened and some buses began boarding passengers.
According to a state official, operations have fully resumed across the state.
When asked if the issues that led to the suspension had been resolved, the official stated, “We can only be patient to see how things turn out.
“Nobody is happy with the incident, however, because of the suffering of Lagosians occasioned by yesterday’s suspension, we have to resume operations today.
“What I can confirm is that the Lagos State government is on top of the situation.
“Also, staff, especially our drivers, have been charged to be more careful and proactive while discharging their duties.”
He noted that the Lagos State government was working out modalities that would ensure the safety of Lagosians, and he appealed to commuters not to lose their trust in the BRT services.He stated that the Lagos State government was working on modalities to ensure Lagosians’ safety, and he urged commuters not to lose faith in BRT services.
