The Lagos State Government has disclosed that Lagos Bus Services Limited currently records more than 42,000 passenger movements daily through nearly 1,000 bus trips across the state.
The figures were contained in a statement signed by the Director of Public Affairs, Bolanle Ogunlola, and presented during the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing commemorating the third year of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term in office.
Speaking at the briefing, the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said the achievements reflect ongoing efforts by the state government to modernise Lagos’ transportation system and improve mobility across road, rail, and water networks.
According to the report, LBSL transported more than 60.8 million passengers between May 2019 and February 2025, while current daily patronage averages over 42,000 commuters.
The commissioner noted that the bus service has remained relatively affordable compared to fares charged by informal transport operators, making it a major component of the state’s public transportation strategy.
Osiyemi explained that the bus network now operates across all five IBILE divisions and 13 local government areas, including Ibeju-Lekki, Ojo, and Ikorodu.
He added that the service currently covers 21 transport corridors and more than 40 bus routes, supported by six depots and a fleet of 300 buses.
The briefing also highlighted other transport developments under the Sanwo-Olu administration, including the movement of over 3.5 million passengers on the Lagos Rail Mass Transit Blue Line.
According to the government, operations on the Red Line Rail have also been expanded with additional coaches aimed at reducing passenger waiting time.
Osiyemi further revealed that ongoing infrastructure projects include the Blue Line Phase II extension from Mile 2 to Okokomaiko, alongside road and junction upgrades at key locations such as Toyin Street, Opebi Road, and Allen Avenue.
He added that intelligent traffic management systems have already been deployed in areas including Ikeja, Lekki, Ikoyi, Surulere, Epe, Gbagada, and Victoria Island.
On water transportation, the commissioner disclosed that about two million passengers now use Lagos waterways monthly, supported by ferry expansion projects, safety campaigns, life jacket distribution, and the OMI-EKO electric ferry initiative.
Looking ahead, he said the state plans to introduce additional projects in 2026, including the Green and Purple Rail Lines, the Lekki Water Taxi project, AI-powered driving simulators, and expanded smart mobility systems.
The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, stated that the transport reforms go beyond roads and rail infrastructure, describing them as part of a broader vision to create a more connected and technology-driven transportation system across Lagos State.