The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority has announced a revised fare structure for Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and standard route services following the approval of a 13 per cent increase under the state’s Bus Reform Initiative.
The new fares will take effect from Monday, March 2, 2026.
According to LAMATA, the adjustment was approved after regulated public transport operators raised concerns about rising operational costs amid prevailing economic pressures. The agency said the review is aimed at ensuring the sustainability of public transportation services across Lagos.
In a statement by its Head of Corporate Communication, Kolawole Ojelabi, LAMATA explained that the decision aligns with the state’s annual fare review mechanism.
“The adjustment is designed to help offset the severe impact of ongoing economic pressures on public transport providers,” the statement noted.
The agency referenced recent data from the National Bureau of Statistics, which showed that Nigeria’s headline inflation rate stood at 15.15 per cent in December 2025, moderating slightly to about 15.1 per cent in January 2026. These inflationary levels, LAMATA said, continue to place heavy strain on transport operators’ costs, including fuel, maintenance, and vehicle parts.
Highlights of the New Fares
Under the revised structure, several popular routes have been adjusted. For standard bus services, fares now include:
Igando – Obalende: ₦1,140
Marina – Lekki: ₦570
Ikorodu – Obalende: ₦970
Ikeja – Obalende: ₦720
Berger – Ajah: ₦1,710
Oshodi – Ajah: ₦1,320
Badagry – Mile 2: ₦1,140
Ayobo – Obalende: ₦1,260
For BRT services, key routes have also been updated:
Oshodi – Abule Egba: ₦680
Abule Egba – CMS/TBS: ₦1,080
Ikorodu – TBS: ₦960
Ikorodu – Mile 12: ₦450
Mile 2 – TBS: ₦680
Okokomaiko – Oyingbo: ₦910
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LAMATA stated that the fare increase is intended to balance affordability for commuters with the financial sustainability of operators. The agency added that it remains committed to improving service delivery, maintaining safety standards, and expanding public transport infrastructure across the state.
Commuters are advised to take note of the new rates ahead of the implementation date.
