Transport challenges hit OAU as students lament long queues, delays

However, students say the rollout has created fresh problems, particularly due to restrictions limiting intra-campus transport to the new vehicles.

Videos circulating online show long queues at bus stops, with students waiting extended periods—especially during peak hours.

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Reacting to the situation, some students took to social media to express frustration. One user described it as the worst transport experience in years, noting that queues stretched as far as Mayfair.

Another criticised the implementation, pointing to an insufficient number of buses, while others said the new system had worsened conditions despite earlier protests.

The Students’ Union Government, led by President Adelani David and Secretary-General Habeeb Oke, had earlier demanded an increase in the number of buses to serve the over 35,000 students on campus.

The union also called for the temporary reinstatement of the previous transport system and urged management to engage student leaders before implementing major policy changes.

While acknowledging the First Lady’s intervention, the union maintained that inadequate fleet size and poor planning have resulted in the current challenges.

Students have warned that failure to address the situation could lead to further protests.