Lagos State House of Assembly has set up a committee to probe the purchase of 820 buses for public transportation in the state by the administration of immediate past Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode
The committee is chaired by Hon. Fatai Mojeed.
Akinwunmi Ambode, had in March during the Bus Reform Project of the state government injected 820 buses into the transport section
According to the Governor, the initiative would “redefine public transportation and make the state globally competitive”.
Ambode explained that although the 5,000 buses would not be enough for the state, the government was showing good example and creating the conducive atmosphere to allow the private sector come in and participate in the whole arrangement.
“What has happened is that government has gone ahead to procure these buses using its funds and the buses are being owned by a government company called Lagos Bus Services Limited (LBSL). So, the LBSL will lease these buses to operators who would use the three depots at Oshodi, Anthony and Yaba to ensure that the buses are sustained and maintained properly so that they don’t get wasted before their lifespan expires,” he said.
It would be recalled that the Economic Financial and Crimes Commission EFCC last week invaded his home in Epe Area of Lagos state
Ambode while reacting to the step stated that there was no cause for alarm over the search of his residence by operatives of the anti-graft agency.
The former governor urged his supporters and the general public to remain calm and law-abiding.
Ambode stated that the anti-graft agency has not made any direct communication with him on any issue.
According to him, he was ready and willing to respond if or when EFCC summons him.
