Oando Clean Energy Limited (OCEL), the renewable power subsidiary of Oando Energy Resources, has delivered on its promise to assist the Federal Government of Nigeria by championing mass transit decarbonization within the nation with the rollout of further electrical buses in partnership with the Lagos State Government. Following the profitable completion of a two-bus proof of idea, the launch marks the beginning of full deployment beneath its e-mobility partnership with the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA).
Since their deployment, the 2 buses have carried about 788,000 passengers, coated 433,000 km and averted roughly 216,000 litres of diesel, with near zero downtime. In the primary 9 months of 2026 alone, the service recorded greater than 212,000 passenger journeys at 73% common capability utilisation.
Speaking on the launch ceremony, Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, mentioned the buses assist the state’s objective of net-zero emissions by 2050. “This is more than the introduction of new buses. It is a practical demonstration of our commitment to reducing transportation-related emissions, improving air quality, and building a public transport system that serves both present and future generations.”
Engr. (Mrs) Abimbola Akinajo, Managing Director of LAMATA, welcomed the supply and pointed to the greater than two years of working knowledge from the proof of idea part. She mentioned, “Ultimately, the success of this initiative won’t be measured by the quantity of electrical buses launched, however by the standard of service they supply and the optimistic impression they make on the group expertise of Lagos residents.
Ademola Ogunbanjo, President and Chief Executive Officer, Oando Clean Energy Limited, mentioned: “We have done the work, gathered the data, and built the practical experience required to move confidently from proof-of-concept to deployment. Our objective is not merely to encourage Nigerians to adopt electric vehicles, but to demonstrate through practical experience that electric mobility can work efficiently, reliably, and sustainably in our environment.”
Ogunbanjo mentioned OCEL is constructing a full e-mobility ecosystem: charging infrastructure, after-sales service, technical coaching, a spare elements provide chain and native car meeting, which the corporate is now licensed to do. “This is how we move beyond importing electric vehicles to building an industry,” he mentioned. “If it can work in Lagos, it can work anywhere in Nigeria.”
Ibitoru Olutoyin Ubosi, Divisional Head, Infrastructure Finance, spoke on behalf of Dr. Olasupo Olusi, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Bank of Industry. She mentioned the funding is in line with the financial institution’s mandate to drive financial development. “Transportation connects people to jobs, to businesses, to markets, and to opportunities. The quality of our transportation systems therefore has a direct bearing on our economic competitiveness and the well-being of our citizens. Investing in cleaner, reliable mass transit is an investment in both.”
Damian Li, Country Account Manager, Yutong West Africa, mentioned: “Electric buses are already running in the UK, South America, Europe and the Middle East. Now they are right here in Lagos. This is much more than handing over buses. It is the start of a green public transport future for Lagos and Nigeria.” He mentioned Yutong will assist charging, after-sales service, mechanic coaching and the provision of spare elements.
For Lagos commuters, the buses transcend consolation and security. They supply air-con, onboard Wi-Fi, 360-degree cameras, wheelchair entry and precedence seating for aged passengers. Each journey additionally builds clear mobility consciousness amongst Lagosians, displaying that public transport may be fashionable, dependable and good for the surroundings. Each Yutong-built bus carries as much as 79 passengers, with 39 seated and 40 standing.
The new buses are anticipated to enter service within the fourth quarter of 2026, with LAMATA working them on behalf of the Lagos State Government.
