Stakeholders in Enugu State’s transport sector have unanimously endorsed the mandatory use of the newly constructed ultra-modern bus terminals, with luxury buses directed to commence operations at Holy Ghost Terminal 2 with immediate effect.
The resolutions were contained in a communiqué issued at the end of a one-day stakeholders’ sensitisation meeting held on Monday, 16th March 2026, at Holy Ghost Terminal 1, Enugu.
The meeting brought together top government officials, security agencies, transport unions, and local government representatives to chart a new course for structured transport operations in the state.
Appreciation for Governor Mbah’s Vision
Stakeholders expressed profound appreciation to Governor Peter Mbah for the provision of the ultra-modern bus terminals, describing them as a model in the Southeast built with modern facilities to provide comfort, security, and structured processes for commuters and passengers alike.
The meeting acknowledged the Governor’s unwavering commitment to developing the transport sector in Enugu State.
Mandatory Use of Terminals
All stakeholders resolved to collaborate fully with the Enugu State Government to ensure the immediate and mandatory use of the bus terminals for all passenger loading and off-loading activities. Shop owners were requested to commence business in their respective shops, with additional shops still available for prospective occupants.
In a key resolution, it was agreed that all luxury buses shall commence operations at Holy Ghost Bus Terminal 2 with immediate effect. Similarly, tricycles (Keke) and town service mini-buses are to commence the off-loading of passengers at the same terminal.
Security Agencies Pledge Support
All law enforcement agencies present, including the Police (MTD Awkunanaw, CPS Ogui Road, Area Command), Nigerian Correctional Service, FRSC, and other paramilitary bodies, agreed to support Terminal Management in enforcing all approved policies and regulations.
Local Governments Commit to Enforcement
The Local Government Councils of Enugu North, Enugu East, Enugu South, and Nsukka pledged full cooperation with Terminal Management to ensure effective enforcement of all resolutions.
Toll Fees Reduced, Cashless Transactions Mandated
The meeting commended the reduction in terminal toll fees approved by the State Government as an incentive to promote compliance. It was also reaffirmed that no non-state actor shall collect any form of revenue within or around the terminals, and that all revenue collections shall be strictly cashless in line with the State Government’s directive.
Partnership Approach
All transport stakeholders were enjoined to regard themselves as partners and critical stakeholders in the ownership, protection, and success of the terminals.
The meeting concluded with the unanimous adoption of the Use of Enugu State Bus Terminals Policy as presented by Terminal Managements.
The full communiqué is reproduced below:
COMMUNIQUÉ ISSUED AT THE ONE-DAY STAKEHOLDERS’ SENSITISATION MEETING ON THE USE OF ENUGU STATE BUS TERMINALS
Held on 16th March, 2026 at the Holy Ghost Bus Terminal 1, Enugu
A one-day stakeholders’ sensitisation meeting on the use of Enugu State Bus Terminals was held on Monday, 16th March 2026, at Holy Ghost Terminal 1, Enugu.
The meeting was attended by the Managing Director, Enugu East Zone Bus Terminals, Hon. John Egbo, Ph.D; the Managing Director, Enugu North Zone Bus Terminals, Hon. Prince Emeka Mamah; representatives of the Honourable Commissioner for Transport; the Commissioner of Police, Enugu State; the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Osinachi Nnajieze; Local Government Council Chairman of Enugu North represented by the SLG, Hon. Dr. Emeka Aroh; Chairman of Enugu South Local Government Council represented by his SPA on Security, Hon. Chinedu Agbo; Chairman of Nsukka Local Government Area, Sir Engr. Jude Chinedu Asogwa (KSJ); DPOs of Awkunanaw Police Division, Central Police Division (CPS), Ogui Police Division, the Area Commander Nsukka, Nigerian Correctional Service, FRSC, Ministry of Transport Enforcement, Nigerian Civil Defense Corps, other paramilitary agencies, as well as transport unions and other critical stakeholders.
After extensive deliberations, the following resolutions were reached:
1. Stakeholders expressed profound appreciation to His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, for the provision of the ultra-modern bus terminals and his unwavering commitment to the development of the transport sector in the State. The Bus Terminals became a model in the Southeast built with modern facilities to provide comfort, security and structured processes for commuters and passengers alike.
2. All stakeholders resolved to collaborate fully with the Enugu State Government to ensure the immediate and mandatory use of the bus terminals for all passenger loading and off-loading activities. All shop owners were requested to commence business in the respective shops. Additional shops are still available for prospective occupants.
3. It was resolved that all luxury buses shall commence operations at Holy Ghost Bus Terminal 2 with immediate effect.
4. All law enforcement agencies present, including MTD Awkunanaw, CPS Ogui Road, the Area Command, Nigerian Correctional Service, FRSC, and other paramilitary bodies, agreed to support Terminal Management in the enforcement of all approved policies and regulations.
5. The Local Government Councils of Enugu North, Enugu East, Enugu South, and Nsukka pledged full cooperation with Terminal Management to ensure effective enforcement of all resolutions.
6. All transport stakeholders were enjoined to regard themselves as partners and critical stakeholders in the ownership, protection, and success of the terminals.
7. The meeting acknowledged and commended the reduction in terminal toll fees approved by the State Government as an incentive to promote compliance with the mandatory use of the terminals.
8. It was resolved that tricycles (Keke) and town service mini-buses shall commence the off-loading of passengers at Holy Ghost Terminal 2.
9. The meeting reaffirmed that no non-state actor shall collect any form of revenue within or around the terminals, and that all revenue collections shall be strictly cashless in line with the State Government’s directive.
10. All stakeholders unanimously adopted, without objection, the Use of Enugu State Bus Terminals Policy as presented by Terminal Managements.
Signed:
Managing Directors
Enugu East Zone Bus Terminals
Enugu North Zone Bus Terminals