By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna
The Kaduna Subsidized Transport Scheme (KSTS) will commence free Bus Town Service (BTS), Transportation for civil servants, retirees and students from Monday, the 7th of July, 2025.
The Director General of Kaduna State Regulatory Authority (KADSTRA), Engr Inuwa Ibrahim who disclosed this in a press statement, stated that civil servants, retirees, and students will enjoy free rides for the first six months.
He clarified that Students of public and private schools, from primary to tertiary level will also benefit from this initiative.
Engr. Inuwa added that thereafter, 60% transport fare subsidy will be available to the general public.
The Director General pointed out that the gesture underscores Governor Uba Sani’s commitment to the welfare of civil servants, senior citizens and students in Kaduna State.
Inuwa who said that some of the buses will start plying the road on Monday, warned that the free transport service will operate in strict adherence to order, security and efficient service delivery.
According to him, civil servants will be ‘’granted access to the buses upon presentation of valid staff Identity card and a matching National Identification Number, (NIN) to prevent misuse and ensure that only genuine government workers enjoy the free bus service.
The statement further clarified that ‘’students from both public and private schools will be allowed to board the buses, provided they are in their complete school uniforms.’’
Engr. Ibrahim also said that ‘’all personnel of recognized security agencies are eligible to access the buses, upon proper identification’’.
The statement further said that the buses will ply three routes throughout the duration of the free transport service, adding that route one comprises: a) Rigachikun – Kawo – Kasuwa – Sabo, b) Sabo – Kasuwa – Kawo – Rigachikun.
“Route two is made up of: a) Rigachikun – Kawo – Independence way – Yakowa Road, b) Yakowa Road – Independence way – Kawo- Rigachikun respectfully.
“In addition, route three consists of:
a) Tudun Wada – Poly road – Sokoto road – Kawo, b) Kawo – Sokoto road – Poly road – Tudun Wada”, it added.
The Director General advised commuters against unnecessary rush and jumping of the queue while trying to get unto the buses, adding that law and order will be strictly maintained.
It will be recalled that President Bola Tinubu commissioned 100 Compressed Natural Gas(CNG) buses at Murtala Mohammed Square during his state visit on June 19, 2025.
