Mandaue rolls out first route of Libreng Sakay

The public, particularly students and workers, can now begin availing of the free ride along the first route launched by the Mandaue City government under the “Libreng Sakay” bus program, in a bid to help ease daily transportation expenses.

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Mayor Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie” Ouano said the initiative, while starting modestly, is a meaningful step toward providing relief to city residents.

“Hinaut daghan ang malipay, makapahimulos, ug makabenepisyo aning atong inisyatiba,” Ouano said in an interview.

While the service is open to the general public, the city government said students and their guardians will be given priority, in line with the program’s goal of reducing transportation costs.

The mayor, together with city councilors, joined the dry run of the program yesterday, February 3, ahead of its official launch.