Lagos State has taken delivery of electric buses, marking a significant step towards a cleaner and more sustainable public transportation system in Nigeria. The buses, which were procured by the Lagos State government in partnership with a private firm, are the first of their kind in the country.
Electric buses are expected to reduce the carbon footprint of the state’s transportation system and help combat air pollution, which has been a major issue in Lagos and other Nigerian cities. The buses are also expected to be more cost-effective and efficient compared to their diesel counterparts, with a range of up to 300 kilometres on a single charge.
According to the Lagos State Governor, the deployment of electric buses is part of the state’s efforts to achieve its climate change and sustainability goals, as well as improve the quality of life for its residents. The government plans to gradually phase out diesel buses and replace them with electric ones in the coming years.
The arrival of electric buses is a significant milestone for Nigeria’s transportation sector, which has long been plagued by issues such as congestion, pollution, and poor infrastructure. It is hoped that the deployment of electric buses in Lagos will serve as a model for other cities in the country to follow and help accelerate the adoption of cleaner and more sustainable transportation solutions across Nigeria.
Lagos State Government’s Statement on Electric Buses
“With the ability to travel 280km at full charge, taking into account our unique travel times in Lagos, our electric buses are a game-changer. With an average daily usage of 200km by existing BRTs, there is no need to fear that the buses can stop while in transit”
“Our new electric buses will not only reduce carbon emissions but will also increase efficiency. This means that Lagosians can say goodbye to high fuel costs and hello to cost-efficient transportation.
“We shall be running a pilot scheme over the next few months to gather sufficient data required to analyse the operational efficiencies relative to the current BRT buses to further improve our public transport service. This collaboration is a testament to our commitment to creating a sustainable future for Lagos.”
