The Lagos Bus Rapid Transit popularly known as BRT is a transportation system by Lagos State for the people of Lagos State. The BRT was launched on the 7th of March in 2008 under the governorship of Babatunde Raji Fashola. This transportation has made life easier for the people of Lagos because it is fast, swift, easy, and very affordable. The BRT also covers a lot of routes within Lagos state, some of the routes include- Ikeja - CMS/Obalende/TBS, Ikorodu - Mile 12 – Ketu – Ojota – (Oshodi) - Palm Groove – Onipanu – Fadeyi – (Yaba) -Stadium – Costain – CMS – TBS and so much more. The BRT is operated by Primero Transport Service Limited under the regulation of the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA). 

The BRT system is known for providing employment opportunities for citizens and residents of Lagos State, especially drivers with little to no formal education but driving experience. In this article, we will examine How much BRT drivers earn monthly. However, we will first examine Who a BRT driver in Lagos is, some of the requirements of becoming a BRT driver in Lagos, and the Job description of a BRT driver in Lagos. 

Who is a BRT Driver?

A BRT driver in Lagos is a person who is responsible for transporting people or passengers from one location to the other using the BRT. These individuals are usually restricted to working with the Brat system alone with laid down rules and regulations of the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA). The Lagos State BRT has a total of 28 stations that are situated around the transportation routes of the BRT. According to Global BRTData, Lagos State is reported to transport an average of 200,000 passengers per day with the BRT. Although the total number of BRT drivers has not been revealed, Wikipedia stated that Lagos state currently has more than 800 Buses under the BRT system.

Job Description of a BRT Driver

The following are some of the major job descriptions or responsibilities of a BRT driver in Lagos State. 

• Profound understanding of the Lagos Routes and driving system 
• Knowledge of all BRT driving rules and regulations provided by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA).
• Basic English understanding for communication with passengers 
• Ensure passenger's comfort and safety during the trip 
• Observe and inspect BRT before any trip to ensure the bus is in good condition for transportation 
• Ability to make swift and correct decisions in case of necessities  
• Adequate and up-to-date driving skills and experience  

Read Also: Average Daily Income Of A Commercial Bus Driver In Lagos
 

How To Become a BRT Driver in Lagos 

Becoming a BRT driver is not a tedious or difficult task to achieve. Below are some of the requirements to become a BRT driver in Lagos:

• Basic Education for communication and understanding (SSCE or OND) 
• Minimum of 2 to 5 years driving experience 
• An up-to-date and valid driver's license
• All Lagos state necessary transportation documents 
• Adequate understanding of Lagos State routes for easy navigation during transportation 

Average Salary of a BRT Driver 

According to Glassdoor, the basic salary of a BRT driver in Lagos is 80,000 NGN per month with an additional pay of 20,000 NGN which makes it a total of 100,000 NGN per month. 

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