Primero Transport Services Limited (TSL), operators of the popular Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in Lagos, has revealed plans to convert some of its buses from diesel to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) by the first quarter of 2026.
This was disclosed during the company’s 10th anniversary celebration, themed ‘A Decade of Driving Progress Through Resilience.’
Fola Tinubu, managing director/CEO, while reflecting on the organisation’s decade-long journey of innovation and resilience, said the initiative is geared towards advancing a cleaner and more efficient public transportation system in the state.
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Tinubu described the evolution of the transport sector in Lagos as both demanding and transformative, noting that the company has remained at the forefront of innovation, from being the first to start using cowry cards to introducing Wi-Fi in buses.
“So we’ve done so many new innovative things in the transport sector. It’s been a lot of hard work. But we thank God that we’re still here 10 years later.
“In fact, by the first quarter of next year, you’ll see about 100 of our buses will have gone from diesel engines to CNG, and then eventually, we plan to bring some electric buses,” he stated.
He also used the occasion to express gratitude to the company’s passengers, acknowledging their role in PTS’s growth and survival over the years.
Launched exactly a decade ago by then-Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, the company has since revolutionised intra-city transportation in Lagos, moving millions of commuters with a commitment to safety, affordability, and reliability.
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The event drew dignitaries, staff, passengers, traditional rulers, and industry stakeholders to celebrate the transport system achievements and also reflective tributes.
The company stated that as it steps into its next decade, Primero aims to deepen its investment in technology and eco-friendly transportation, contributing to Lagos’ vision of a modern and sustainable transit system.
“We are committed to investing in modern technology, improving the customer experience, and contributing meaningfully to the growth of sustainable public transportation in Lagos State and Nigeria,” Tinubu said.
