The decision follows growing complaints and operational challenges faced by commuters as a result of the increasing use of regulated buses for the transportation of goods and heavy loads, thereby compromising passenger comfort, safety, and efficient service delivery.
The directive was reached after a strategic meeting between LAMATA and heads of operations and maintenance of bus operating companies, where it was unanimously agreed that the practice must be halted and properly reorganized to ensure a balanced and sustainable system that protects the interests of commuters while supporting transport operators.
LAMATA emphasized that the enforcement of the suspension will be strict and uncompromising.
Any bus driver found violating the directive by conveying goods during the suspension period will face immediate sack and be blacklisted.
In addition, any ground staff or LAMATA personnel at terminals or loading points found aiding, permitting, or facilitating the loading of goods onto regulated buses will be summarily dismissed without exception.
The Authority warned that there will be zero tolerance for non-compliance, as the government remains committed to restoring order, safety, and efficiency within the public transport system.
LAMATA therefore calls on all commuters, transport operators, terminal officials, and members of the public to fully comply with the directive and make alternative arrangements for the movement of goods.
The Authority reiterated its commitment to delivering a safe, reliable, and commuter-focused transportation system for all Lagos residents.