The Bus Rapid Transit has resumed its operations across Lagos State.
Daily Report Nigeria recall that on Tuesday March 8, the BRT operations were suspended across the state following the death of 22-year-old Bamise Ayanwola.
This led to what some commuters called a “very terrible situation” as some passengers who were stranded had to trek to their destinations.
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A commuter who spoke to newsmen said, “We had to start queuing up to board Danfo (yellow buses), and the fares also tripled. It was a very terrible situation,”
However, there was relief on Wednesday morning as the BRT terminal in Ikorodu was open for operations.
According to an official of Primero, operations have fully resumed across the state.
When asked if the situation that led to the suspension has been sorted out.
He said, “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 also added 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.
