Lagos State Governor Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced on Tuesday a 30 percent slash in intrastate transport fares for Lagosians commuting on the red line.
Governor Sanwo-Olu disclosed this at the official commissioning of the Abule Egba Bus Terminal. He said the fare was reduced because the state government wanted the Red Line transportation system accessible and affordable.
In his address at the Abule Egba Bus Terminal commissioning, Sanwo-Olu, he said, “About six years ago, we pledged to the people of Lagos State to upgrade our public transportation system with modern, sustainable infrastructure to enable them to meet their daily aspirations. Today, we are here in Agege to hand over to the people another public infrastructure that will aid their seamless commuting from here to other parts of Lagos and perhaps to different parts of our country, Nigeria.
“This infrastructure reflects our commitment to continuously enhancing public transportation systems, strengthening connectivity, and improving commuter experience. We are dedicated to taking ongoing steps to advance and modernise transportation across the State. In addition to the Blue and Red Rail Lines in operation, we have initiated moves to kick start the 68-kilometre Green Line from Marina to Lekki Free Zone and the 60-kilometre Purple Line from the Redemption Camp in Ogun State to Volkswagen area on the Lagos Badagry Expressway to connect with the Blue Line.
“You will recall that before the close of 2024, I signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) and China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) to bring the Green Line to life. The Green Line will link Marina to key areas like Victoria Island, Lekki, Ajah, and other communities along the Lekki-Epe corridor. It is projected to move more than one million passengers daily when demand for its service peaks. The rail line is envisioned to redefine the public transport system in Lagos. “
Sanwo-Olu also noted that the rail systems are currently contributing to the mobility of Lagosians, adding that the state government will further enhance bus services
In her welcome address, the managing director of LAMATA, Mrs Abimbola Akinajo, said the Lagos State government’s vision is for a public transport system where all modes are integrated to allow easy commuting of Lagosians.
She noted that for over 20 years, the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has focused entirely on making the government’s vision a reality.
