At the Bagauda Kaltho press center in Alausa, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the Commissioner for Transportation in Lagos State, recently presented a comprehensive overview of the ministry’s achievements in the first year of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term.
Here’s a breakdown of the key highlights:
Enhanced Bus Transport Operations – LBSL:
– The Lagos Bus Service Limited (LBSL) has been pivotal in providing modern, safe, and reliable bus transportation.
– Over 51 million passengers have been transported since its inception.
– The fleet size has increased to 335 buses, offering affordable transportation options.
– Expansion of routes from 5 to 25 across the state.
– Creation of job opportunities for over 1,800 Lagosians and 2,866 drivers.
First and Last Mile Bus Scheme:
– Introduction of a scheme to improve passenger connectivity to BRT and standard routes.
– Deployment of 260 buses to serve inner streets.
Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Project:
– Commissioning of the first phase of the Blue Line Rail system, transporting over 1 million passengers.
– Commencement of the second phase from Mile 2 to Okokomaiko.
– Completion of the first phase of the Red Line, undergoing testing and estimated to carry 500,000 passengers daily.
Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY):
– Operation in 24 routes from 16 terminals/jetties, serving over 2 million passengers.
– Setting the standard for safe, fast, and reliable water transportation.
E-hailing Activities:
– Introduction of digitalization/automation for permits issuance to courier and dispatch operators.
– Implementation of the Data Sharing Agreement (DSA) for real-time data collection and safety measures.
Directorate of Public Transport and Commuter Services (PTCS):
– Digitization of payments for stage carriage, vehicle body tag, driver’s badge, and conductor’s badge.
– Implementation of API for e-hailing trip monitoring.
Traffic Management:
– Implementation of the Traffic Management Intervention Plan (TMIP) to optimize traffic flow.
– Completion of 49 out of 60 identified junctions/corridors for remediation.
LASTMA and Road Safety:
– Continuous removal of trailers and tankers to reduce congestion on key corridors.
– Enforcement of the ‘No Vehicle Inspection, No Road Worthiness Certificate’ policy to improve road safety.
Motor Vehicle Administration Agency (MVAA):
– Issuance of 10,964,23 driver’s licenses and 101,457 riders’ cards between 2020 and 2024.
Lagos State Drivers Institute (LASDRI):
– Training of drivers through mandatory and rehabilitation programs, resulting in an 8.5% increase in trained drivers.
Lagos Parking Authority (LASPA):
– Establishment of area offices and provision of 1,574 parking slots to ease congestion.
Lagos State Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA):
– Development of the State Strategic Transport Master Plan to reform the transport sector.
Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA):
– Conducting cleanup campaigns and water safety training to protect the waterways and promote safety.
These initiatives underscore the government’s commitment to establishing an efficient, safe, and sustainable transportation network in Lagos State.
