…Commissions New, Upgraded Structures At Borno Express Terminal
As part of his initiative to alleviate the burden of transport for government employees and the general public because of the removal of fuel subsidy, Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has unveiled a new fleet of 70 buses for metropolitan transport and movement of civil servants to their various places of work.
The unveiling ceremony was held at the premises of Borno Express terminus along Kano-Maiduguri road on Monday.
The new fleet of buses were comprising of standard-sized buses and larger buses to accommodate a greater number of passengers were specially acquired for the purpose.
Each of the vehicles is equipped with modern amenities, including air conditioning facilities and comfortable seating arrangements to ensure a pleasant commuting experience.
In his remarks, Governor Zulum said that the unveiling is the second phase of the intervention in the transport sector to alleviate suffering due to the removal of fuel subsidy.
He further informed that, 30 out of the 70 buses will be dedicated to conveying civil servants to their places of work from 7:00 am to 9:00 am pick ups and return 3:00 pm to 5:00 from Mondays to Fridays.
Zulum charged the state’s transport company, Borno Express management to ensure the judicious use of the buses for the purpose they were provided for and ensure its success.
He said, “I want you to ensure that these buses start operations tomorrow morning (Tuesday) unfailingly. You should however be mindful of our situation and ensure that you bring down the cost of transportation. Let us consider it as a social service and not as a revenue generation drive”.
The governor commended the management for transforming the face of Maiduguri terminus and improving the welfare of both the serving and retired staff.
He added, “Since he assumed office, the General Manager has been paying entitlements of his staff at due time. This is very commendable”.
In the same vein, Governor Zulum also unveiled newly constructed structures and remodeled buildings at the terminus.
The structures are to serve accommodation for travelers, and for operations of businesses such as restaurants and offices.
Conducting the Governor round the premises, the General Manager of the state transport company, Mohammed Grema said, that all the construction projects were funded with the nternal revenue generated by Borno Express Company.
