Lagos bans ‘korope’ buses amid protest
The Lagos State Government has announced a ban on mini-buses popularly called korope along the CMS–Lekki–Epe corridor after operators blocked traffic during protests. Officials said the disruption violated agreements earlier reached with transport stakeholders. According to Transport Adviser Sola Giwa, the protest undermines the Bus Reform Initiative, a plan created to modernise public transport and […]
Lagos To Receive New Rolling Stock For Red & Blue Line Train In 2025
The Lagos State government is taking significant steps to improve public transportation. By 2025, new trains will be added to the Red and Blue Line corridors, enhancing train services for Lagos residents. Engr. Mrs. Abimbola Akinajo, Managing Director of the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), shared this update in a video message. She also […]
Lagos Commissioners Support Biogas Initiative to Reduce Transport Expenses
Lagos is taking a bold step toward more affordable and eco-friendly transportation by turning to biogas. The state’s Commissioner for Transportation, Seun Osiyemi, believes that using biogas can significantly lower transport costs. The plan follows the creation of a steering committee by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), which will oversee the use of […]
Lagos Government Implements 15-Month Traffic Diversion at Mile 2
The Lagos State Government has announced a 15-month traffic diversion at Mile 2 to support the construction of a new Transport Interchange Terminal. This major project, set to connect rail, bus, water, and non-motorized transport like cycling and walking, is part of the state’s efforts to improve public transport for Lagos residents. The diversion will […]