Gombe Residents And Opposition Decry Rising Vehicle Fares

Gombe Residents And Opposition Decry Rising Vehicle Fares

Many residents of Gombe State have expressed frustration over a recent fare increase implemented by Gombe State Transport Services, also known as GombeLine. The new fare structure, which affects both intercity and local travel, has prompted considerable dissatisfaction……CONTINUE READING 

According to Arewa PUNCH, the revised price list includes significant increases for interstate travel: Gombe to Lagos now costs N30,000, up from the previous rate; Gombe to Abuja and Gombe to Kaduna are now N12,000 each, an increase from the former N9,000. Local travel fares have also risen: trips to Dukku, Nafada, Funakaye, and Billiri are now N2,000; Kaltungo costs N2,500; Filiya is N3,500; Bambam is N4,000; and Dadin Kowa is N700, among other adjustments.

In response, Bobo Benson Bagwiba, State Chairman of the African Action Congress (AAC), addressed an open letter to the company’s Chairman, Bobo Benson. Benson criticized the fare hikes as unjust and detrimental to the masses, particularly those from the southern zone of the state. The letter highlighted discrepancies in the fare rates, pointing out inconsistencies such as higher fares for shorter distances and poorer road conditions.

Benson’s letter demanded a review and adjustment of the fares to ensure fairness and equity. He urged the company to address the issue urgently, emphasizing that the people of Gombe State, especially those in Gombe South, deserve better treatment.

Civil servant Abednego Ezra, a resident of Tumfure, also voiced concerns, stating that the fare increase would exacerbate difficulties for residents.

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