Delta State to Launch 50 CNG Buses in 5 Months

The Delta State Government, under the leadership of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, is set to introduce 50 compressed natural gas (CNG) buses within the next four to five months. This initiative, disclosed by the Commissioner for Transport, Mr. Onoriod Agofur, aims to establish a mass transit system across the state.

The procurement process for the buses has commenced following the governor's approval of the project. The buses are intended to provide residents with a cheaper, safer, and more comfortable means of transportation, particularly along inter-city routes within the Asaba metropolitan area.

The government has already identified specific routes for the buses to operate efficiently once the scheme begins. This pilot phase will assess the success of the initiative, with plans for further implementation based on its outcomes.

Additionally, the government is constructing modern bus terminals in Asaba and Warri to support the mass transit scheme and improve public transport infrastructure.