Oando Deploys 11 New Electric Buses in Lagos as State Targets 552-Bus Fleet
Oando Clean Energy Limited (OCEL), the renewable energy subsidiary of Oando Energy Resources, has expanded its electric mobility initiative in Lagos with the introduction of 11 new electric buses in partnership with the Lagos State Government.
The buses were unveiled on November 10, 2026, under the supervision of the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), marking a new phase in the state's efforts to introduce cleaner public transportation.
The delivery represents the first batch of an additional 50 electric buses planned for Lagos, with another 39 expected to follow.
The initiative began in May 2023 with two electric buses deployed for a proof-of-concept programme to assess the feasibility of electric-powered mass transit in the city.
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Lagos Moves Towards a 552-Bus Electric Fleet
According to Oando Clean Energy, the broader plan is to expand the electric bus fleet towards 552 vehicles across Lagos public transport corridors.
The first two buses provided operational data that supported the expansion. Since deployment, they have reportedly transported approximately 788,000 passengers, covered 433,000 kilometres and avoided the use of about 216,000 litres of diesel.
During the first nine months of 2026 alone, the pilot buses recorded more than 212,000 passenger journeys, with an average capacity utilisation of 73 per cent.
The new buses are built by Chinese manufacturer Yutong and can accommodate up to 79 passengers, including 39 seated and 40 standing.
They also come with air conditioning, onboard Wi-Fi, 360-degree cameras, wheelchair accessibility and priority seating for elderly passengers.
Electric Buses to Support Cleaner Public Transportation
Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said the expansion supports the state's ambition to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
The buses are expected to help reduce transportation-related emissions, improve air quality and provide commuters with a more modern public transportation experience.
LAMATA Managing Director, Abimbola Akinajo, said the initiative's success would ultimately depend on service quality and its impact on commuters rather than the number of buses introduced.
The buses are expected to enter service in the fourth quarter of 2026, with LAMATA responsible for their operation on behalf of the Lagos State Government.
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Oando Plans Wider Electric Mobility Infrastructure
Beyond acquiring electric buses, Oando Clean Energy says it is working towards developing a supporting ecosystem for electric transportation in Nigeria.
This includes charging infrastructure, after-sales services, technical training, spare-parts supply and local vehicle assembly.
The company has also indicated that it has secured a licence for local vehicle assembly, an initiative that could support the development of Nigeria's electric mobility industry.
The expansion comes as Lagos continues to explore alternatives to conventional diesel-powered public transportation.
However, the long-term success of the initiative will depend on the availability of reliable charging infrastructure, affordable operations, vehicle maintenance and consistent service delivery.
For Lagos commuters, the latest deployment represents another step towards cleaner public transportation, although the planned 552-bus fleet remains a longer-term target.