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The Lagos Rail Mass Transit Blue Line turns one year today moving about 2m passengers
The Lagos Blue Line was inaugurated by former President Muhammadu Buhari on January 23, 2023.
It went through a tasting phase before it commenced Passenger Operations while Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commissioned the project on September4,2003
The Blue Line, which is powered by electricity, is the first of its kind in West African sub-region.
Speaking on the one year anniversary of Blue Line operations, the Managing Director, Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), Mrs. Abimbola Akinajo, said “We have been able to activate the vision of Mr. Governor for intermodal integrated transport.
“On this momentous occasion, we reflect on the significant impact this transformative project has had on Lagos and its residents.”
The Blue Line connects Lagosians from Marina to Mile 2, offering a reliable and efficient transportation option. The rail line has been embraced by commuters as a viable and reliable option of transportation and it is patronized by white collar workers, Students, Market Men and women, artisans etc and this has helped in improving the revenue of the State.
“Last month, we increased the daily frequency of trips from 54 to 72, reducing travel time between Marina and Mile 2 from about 30 to 18 minutes.
“As we look ahead, LAMATA remains dedicated to expanding our rail network and improving the overall transportation experience in Lagos. We are grateful for the continued support of the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration, our partners, and the people of Lagos,” Mrs. Akinajo said.
