Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, announced on Thursday the purchase of additional rolling stocks for the Blue and Red Line rail operations.
The new rolling stocks are expected to be delivered from China before the year-end, as disclosed on X by the Chief Press Secretary of the Lagos state governor, Mr. Gboyega Akosile.
Sanwo-Olu emphasized the importance of the quick procurement process, highlighting that the usual two-year construction period for coaches has been compressed to one year through effective collaboration with partners.
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During a high-level meeting in Beijing, China, with the President and management of the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), Governor Sanwo-Olu reiterated his commitment to finishing the second phase of the Blue Line and starting commercial operations on the Red Line.
Governor Sanwo-olu stated: “We have initiated the procurement of additional rolling stocks for the Red Line and Blue Line. Payments have commenced, and we anticipate their arrival before the end of the year. This will enhance the overall travel experience, leading to more reliable journey times and improved quality of life for commuters.”
Key officials present were the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, and the Managing Director of the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority, Mrs. Abimbola Akinajo. The governor expressed confidence in the positive impact of the new rolling stocks in Lagos state.
He said the state would be ready to salpltart using the Red Line as soon as President Bola Tinubu inaugurates it. Regarding the Red Line, Governor Sanwo-Olu pointed out that it will be able to carry more passengers than the Blue Line. He urged the Federal Government to finish building bridges for the Red Line to ensure a safe rail system.
Governor Sanwo-Olu also mentioned discussions about connecting the Red Line to the Blue Line for easier transfers between the two. This will make the rail system more convenient for passengers.
