The Lagos State Government has officially released a comprehensive update of approved fares for Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and Standard Route services across the state, reaffirming its commitment to providing safe, reliable, and structured public transportation for millions of residents.
The revised fare structure, implemented through the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), is designed to reflect operational realities while maintaining affordability and service sustainability across major corridors in the state.
Improved Connectivity Across Lagos
The newly approved fares cover strategic routes linking key commercial, residential, and administrative hubs including Oshodi, Obalende, Ikeja, Ikorodu, Marina, CMS, Ajah, Yaba, Badagry, Mile 2, and Abule Egba, among others.
Under the Standard Route Services, commuters will now pay:
- Igando – Obalende: ₦1,140
- Baruwa – Ikeja – Oshodi: ₦800
- Marina – Lekki: ₦570
- Egbeda – Obalende: ₦1,030
- Iyana Ipaja – Obalende: ₦1,090
- Ikorodu – Obalende: ₦970
- Yaba/Oyingbo – Idumota: ₦460
- Berger – Lekki: ₦1,140
- Badagry – Mile 2: ₦1,140
- Ayobo – Obalende: ₦1,260
Additional standard routes such as Ikeja – Berger (₦470), Oshodi – Agege (₦430), Oshodi – Obalende (₦630), and Oshodi – Ajah (₦1,320) are also included in the revised structure.
Updated BRT Corridor Fares
For dedicated BRT services, the government announced updated fares on major corridors including:
- Oshodi – Abule Egba: ₦680
- Oshodi – Tollgate: ₦970
- Abule Egba – CMS/TBS: ₦1,080
- Ikorodu – TBS: ₦960
- Ikorodu – Ikeja: ₦680
- Mile 2 – TBS: ₦680
- Okokomaiko – Oyingbo: ₦910
These adjustments ensure continued smooth operations on heavily patronized corridors while sustaining the quality of service expected by commuters.
Commitment to Sustainable Public Transport
The Lagos State Government emphasized that the new fares are part of broader efforts to maintain fleet efficiency, improve turnaround times, enhance passenger comfort, and ensure long-term sustainability of the BRT system.
Residents are encouraged to make use of the regulated BRT services for safer, more predictable commuting experiences across the state.
The government also reiterated its commitment to continuous engagement with stakeholders to improve urban mobility and support economic activities across Lagos.
For further updates, commuters are advised to follow official transport communication channels and announcements from LAMATA.
Signed
Public Affairs Unit
Lagos State Transport Authorities