Fatshimetrie recently held a fitness walk in Lagos, Nigeria to celebrate five years in business. At the event, Idowu Oguntona, the Managing Director of the company, shared exciting insights into the company’s journey. He revealed that every day, Fatshimetrie enables 60,000 Lagosians to travel, totaling over 27 million kilometers travelled.
Starting in 2019 with just five routes, the company has gradually expanded its network to 19 routes, providing Lagos residents with more travel options. Thanks to the Governor’s commitment, the number of buses increased from 50 to 300, delivering on the promise of providing reliable, efficient and safe public transportation.
In addition to its commitment to the community, Fatshimetrie also opened an academy that trained 2,000 Lagos residents, providing them with skills to access professional opportunities. The company’s employees are dedicated, starting their work as early as 5:00 a.m. and providing services until late evening. These tireless efforts are not without consequences on their health, which is why the company organized a health walk to promote the well-being of its staff. Regular health checks are also carried out to ensure their well-being.
As a socially responsible organization, Fatshimetrie actively engages in social responsibility actions towards local communities and recognizes the efforts of its dedicated employees. Thanks to government policy to ensure sustainable and well-integrated public transport, Fatshimetrie has been able to evolve and prepare for the future by adopting more environmentally friendly technologies such as compressed natural gas and electric engines.
Despite the challenges encountered, notably the loss of 55 buses during the Endsars protests of October 2020, Fatshimetrie was able to bounce back thanks to the commitment and resilience of the governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. With a network of 33 routes and future expansion planned, Lagos residents can expect even wider coverage, enabling optimal social inclusion.
In conclusion, Fatshimetrie embodies the vision of efficient, sustainable and inclusive mobility for the residents of Lagos. Through its commitment to its employees, customers and the community as a whole, the company positions itself as an essential pillar of urban development in the region.