Manila LGU to shoulder jeepney drivers' earnings to offer free rides

MANILA, Philippines — The Manila local government unit (LGU) will subsidize jeepney drivers, giving them around P3,000 each per day in exchange for providing free rides for commuters in the metro’s capital, Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso announced Friday. According to Domagoso, more than 1,400 jeepney drivers are expected to participate in the program, which is part of the implementation of Executive Order No. 14, series of 2026 that “mandates economic assistance for the transport sector amid rising fuel costs.” The initiative will initially run for five days across two weeks: Monday and Tuesday of the first week, and Monday […]... Keep on reading: Manila LGU to shoulder jeepney drivers' earnings to offer free rides

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