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Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced palliatives to cushion the effect of the fuel subsidy removal.
Beginning on Wednesday, Sanwo-Olu said there will be a reduction in Lagos bus fares by 50%.
He also mentioned a 25% cut in yellow bus fares, which will formally be announced by the Parks Management Committee.
Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on New Media, Jubril Gawat to the Governor made these known on Twitter.
He wrote: FLASH: Governor of Lagos State, Mr @jidesanwoolu has announced Palliatives to cushion the effect of the Fuel subsidy removal:
- 50% reduction on Lagos Buses from Wednesday.
- 25% reduction in Yellow buses fees which will be announced officially by their body. (The Nation)
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