The Kaduna Subsidised Transport Scheme (KSTS) will commence free transport service for civil servants, retirees and students from Monday, July 7, 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 benefit from this initiative.
Ibrahim added that, thereafter, 60% transport fare subsidy will be available to the general public.
He pointed out that the gesture underscores Governor Uba Sani’s commitment to the welfare of civil servants, senior citizens and students in the state.
Ibrahim, 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, to prevent misuse and ensure that only genuine government workers enjoy the free bus service.”
He 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.’’
Ibrahim also said: ‘’All personnel of recognised security agencies are eligible to access the buses, upon proper identification.’’
The DG said that the buses will ply three routes throughout the duration of the free transport service.
Route one:
a) Rigachikun – Kawo – Kasuwa – Sabo
b) Sabo – Kasuwa – Kawo – Rigachikun
Route two:
a) Rigachikun – Kawo – Independence way – Yakowa Road
b) Yakowa Road – Independence way – Kawo- Rigachikun
Route three:
a) Tudun Wada – Poly road – Sokoto road – Kawo
b) Kawo – Sokoto road – Poly road – Tudun Wada
Ibrahim 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.
