The Lagos State Government has condemned the blockage of traffic along the CMS–Lekki–Epe Expressway by mini-bus operators, saying the action violates agreements reached with transport unions.
In a statement issued by the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, the government said the disruption occurred on February 17 and 18, 2026, despite prior consultations with stakeholders. It noted that engagements were held with the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) and the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) before reforms were introduced for the Lekki–Epe corridor. The Special Adviser on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, said the protest undermines the Bus Reform Initiative (BRI), which seeks to enhance transport services along the busy axis.
“Such disruptions go against the agreements we made with the unions. The government has worked closely with all stakeholders to provide safe and efficient transportation for Lagos residents. We strongly encourage all operators to comply with the reform in the interest of commuters and the state,” Giwa said. The Bus Reform Initiative, first discussed in 2024, includes deploying high-capacity buses, relocating mini-buses to inner roads, introducing e-ticketing, regulating operations and strengthening security. A formal agreement outlining the framework was endorsed at a stakeholders’ meeting on June 27, 2024, by government officials and union leaders.
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