The Lagos State Government has approved free bus ride on all Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and LAGBUS buses across all routes for physically challenged persons free of charge.
A statement signed by the Commissioner for Transportation, Dr. Dayo Mobereola Monday directed that all buses operating under the BRT and LAGBUS Franchise must pick the physically challenged where the services are available in the State for no fee.
He said the directive takes effect immediately.
The Commissioner also urged Lagosians commuting on the roads to continue to obey traffic laws as well as traffic officers when commuting on the road, especially during the yuletide season.
“It has become necessary to state this against the background of observed huge traffic gridlock experienced at this festive period. The situation reflects the disdain of motorists for the traffic laws and officers on the one hand and gross indiscipline exhibited by motorists on the other.
“For the avoidance of doubt, please note that the traffic officers, whether the men of Nigerian Police, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) or the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASMA) are there to serve us but will view infractions with the eyes of the law.
“While we wish you all a very happy festival period, we urge you to please ensure that safety is a priority for both passengers and drivers alike. Please observe all the rudiments of safe commuting by obeying the traffic regulations. We wish you Christmas and a happy and prosperous new year,” Mobereola said.