The Lagos government has signed a memorandum of
understanding (MoU) with the ministry of finance incorporated (MOFI) and China
Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) to construct the green line rail in the
state.
In an announcement on Thursday, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, governor
of Lagos, said the green line is projected to carry over 500,000 passengers
daily with numbers expected to increase as demand grows.
The green line is a 68 km rail line designed to run from the
Lekki free zone to connect with the blue line at Marina.
“Today, we signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding
with the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) and China Harbour Engineering
Company (CHEC) to bring this ambitious project to life,” the governor said.
“This new line will
transform our transport landscape, linking key areas like Victoria Island,
Lekki, Ajah, and more.
“This rail line is projected to carry over 500,000
passengers daily at launch, rising to over a million as demand grows.
“With the Ministry of Finance Incorporated and CHEC leading
the design, financing, and operation, the Green Line will redefine public
transport in Lagos.
“The Green Line
complements our existing rail lines, including the Red Line, which has already
begun partial operations. Together, these lines form the backbone of our
Strategic Transport Master Plan, designed to create a fast, efficient, and
connected Lagos.
“The impact of these rail lines goes beyond transportation –
they are catalysts for economic growth, connecting communities, reducing travel
times, and enhancing the quality of life for millions. We are building a city
that works.
“Just yesterday, we celebrated the one-year anniversary of
the Lagos Rail Mass Transit Blue Line, which has served an impressive 2 million
passengers without significant disruptions.
“This success shows that Lagos is ready for more – we are
ready for the future. In August 2024, the Blue Line increased daily trips from
54 to 72, reducing travel time between Marina and Mile 2 from 30 to 18 minutes.
“The impact of these
rail lines goes beyond transportation – they are catalysts for economic growth,
connecting communities, reducing travel times, and enhancing the quality of
life for millions. We are building a city that works.”
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