The Abia State Government has commenced the full rollout of a cashless payment system for its Green Shuttle Bus Service, marking a major step in the state’s drive to modernise urban mobility and improve public transportation efficiency.
The initiative, officially launched through the Ministry of Transportation, introduces the Abia Connect Card—also known as the Abia State Card—as the sole payment platform for the Green Shuttle buses.
The programme is part of the broader infrastructure and digital transformation agenda of Governor Alex Otti.
According to a press statement, the initiative, driven through the Ministry of Transportation, represents another milestone in the ongoing transformation of critical public infrastructure under the present administration. It reinforces our commitment to building a digital, transparent, and efficient transport ecosystem across the State.
The transition to the Abia Connect Card also known as the “Abia State Card”, eliminates the inconveniences associated with cash payments, including delays, disputes over change, and revenue leakages. With this innovation, commuters now enjoy a fast, secure, and stress-free boarding experience powered by a simple tap system.
We are intentionally moving away from the hassles of cash transactions. With the Abia Connect Card, commuting becomes as simple as a single tap. It is efficient, reliable, and designed to ensure that our public transport system works effectively for everyone.
To ensure a seamless transition, the process for obtaining and using the card has been simplified:
- The first card is currently FREE of charge for all citizens.
2. Residents can obtain their cards at designated Green Shuttle terminals and authorized agent locations across Aba and Umuahia as follows:
A. ABA
- Osisioma to Park Route:
Osisioma Junction, Zonal Board Bus Stop, Bata Bus Stop, & Park - Opopo Junction to Park Route:
Opopo Junction & Park - Park to Flyover Route:
Park, Uratta Junction Bus Stop, Ohabiam Bus Stop & Flyover Junction - Flyover to Osisioma Route:
Flyover Junction, Tonimas Junction & Osisioma Junction
B. UMUAHIA
- Ubakala to Isigate Route:
Ubakala, Isigate (by the Terminal) - Isigate to Tower Route:
Isigate, Tower - Isigate to Secretariat/JAC Building Route:
Isigate, Secretariat (JAC Building) - Isigate to Ohafia Route:
Isigate, Ohafia - Prospective users must present their ABSSIN to receive the card. Those who wish to generate their ABSSIN independently can visit the Abia Pay website at https://abiapay.com/create-abssin to register and obtain their number.
4. After funding the card, subject to a minimal ₦50 top-up charge, commuters are required to tap the card on the payment device upon boarding. A confirmation “Welcome” sound validates successful payment.
- The card does not expire, and funds loaded onto it remain valid without time limitation.
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The Green Shuttle Service continues to operate across major inter-city and intra-city routes, ensuring connectivity and affordability.
- INTER-CITY SERVICES:
i. Aba – Umuahia – Aba: ₦800
ii. Umuahia – Ohafia – Umuahia: ₦1000
- UMUAHIA CITY SERVICES (FLAT RATE: ₦150):
i. Ubakala – Isi Gate (Terminal)
ii. Isi Gate – Tower
iii. Isi Gate – Secretariat / JAC Building
iv. Isi Gate – Ohafia
3. ABA CITY SERVICES (FLAT RATE: ₦150):
i. Osisioma to Park Route:
Osisioma Junction – Zonal Board Bus Stop – Bata Bus Stop – Park
ii. Opopo Junction to Park Route:
Opopo Junction – Park
iii. Park to Flyover Route:
Park – Uratta Junction Bus Stop – Ohabiam Bus Stop – Flyover Junction
iv. Flyover to Osisioma Route:
Flyover Junction – Tonimas Junction – Osisioma Junction
The Abia State Government urges all commuters to take full advantage of the ongoing free card distribution. By embracing the Abia Connect Card, residents are not only paying for transportation but also supporting a structured, accountable, and technology-driven public transport system.
Officials emphasised that the cashless Green Shuttle initiative aligns with the administration’s broader vision of making Abia’s transport system a model of innovation, efficiency and transparency in Nigeria, while improving mobility, affordability and quality of life for residents across the state.
