Sanwo-Olu Approves 13% BRT Fare Increase in Lagos
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Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved a 13% increase in Bus Rapid Transit fares across Lagos. The fare rise supports the Lekki–Epe Bus reform initiative aimed at improving safety and reducing traffic congestion in the region. This change affects daily commuters who rely on BRT services for transportation.
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- •Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu approved the fare increase on February 23, 2026.
- •The fare hike is set at 13% above the previous BRT fare rates.
- •The fare increase is linked to funding the Lekki–Epe Bus reform initiative.
- •The reform initiative targets improved safety and reduced traffic congestion along the Lekki–Epe corridor.
- •The Lagos government officially announced the fare increase and the reform goals on February 23, 2026.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Lagos commuters accept the fare increase the government will have more funds to invest in the Lekki–Epe Bus reform, potentially improving transport safety and traffic flow.
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AFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)Lagos Approves 13% BRT Fare RiseAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Sanwo-Olu approves 13% BRT fare increase in LagosAFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Lagos govt approves BRT fare hike, gives reasonAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Lekki–Epe Bus reform initiative to improve safety, reduce traffic — Lagos Govt