Free school buses to serve over 1,000 students daily in Lagos Island East LCDA
The bus service, which began on the 8th of January, consisted of a 30-seater coaster bus and 10 minibuses (7 seaters each).
The Lagos Island East Local Council Development Area (LIELCDA) has launched a free bus service that will serve over 1,000 students from 31 public schools in the area.
The bus service, which began on the 8th of January, consisted of a 30-seater coaster bus and 10 minibuses (7 seaters each). It operates from 6 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. for the morning commute and 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. for the return journey.
*A similar scheme kicked off in Ojodu LCDA last year, providing bus services to students and pupils commuting to their schools in the area and cushioning the effect of the removal of fuel subsidy for parents. It was hailed as a relief for many, who applauded the council chair for his thoughtfulness.
Vice Chairman of the Lagos Island East LCDA, Hon. Monsurat Oluwatosin Balogun, who spoke with The Record, said the new initiative in the council is aimed at providing relief for students who depend on public transport…
