LAMATA announces 18% increase in BRT fares

LAMATA announces 18% increase in BRT fares

The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has announced an increase of 18 per cent in fares under its bus reform initiative (BRI) scheme

The popular Bus Rapid Transport (BRT) is part of the Bus Reform Initiative Schemes,

LAMATA in a statement on Thursday therefore sought the cooperation of Lagos residents for new fares expected to commence on February 17.

It said the fare adjustment was due to rising operational costs and to ensure the continued availability of bus services for commuters in Lagos.

Part of the statement read, “Please be informed that there will be an 18 per cent increase in the bus fare on all Bus Reform Initiative (BRI) schemes.

“The fare increase is because of the increase in the cost of operations and the need to ensure that buses keep running and guarantee your movement around Lagos.

“We seek your understanding and cooperation.”