Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced the deployment of 11 new electric buses across the state as part of efforts to improve public transportation and promote environmentally friendly mobility.
The buses represent the first batch of 50 electric buses under the state government’s partnership with Oando Clean Energy Limited.
Sanwo-Olu disclosed that the rollout followed a successful test run involving two electric buses, which provided the basis for expanding the initiative to more routes across Lagos.
The governor explained that the partnership with the private sector would accelerate the state’s transition towards cleaner transportation while reducing carbon emissions and improving air quality.
He noted that adopting electric buses would help address environmental concerns associated with conventional transportation while providing residents with a more efficient and sustainable commuting experience.
According to him, the remaining buses under the 50-bus arrangement are expected to be deployed as the initiative progresses.
Sanwo-Olu emphasised that his administration is committed to developing a modern transportation system capable of meeting the immediate mobility needs of Lagos residents while remaining sustainable for future generations.
He added that the electric bus initiative forms part of broader efforts to strengthen public transportation, reduce environmental pollution and improve the overall commuting experience across the state.
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