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Lagos reduces redline train fares by 30percent

By Afolabi Oyekunle.





In a bid to attract patronage to the red line train services in Lagos State and reduce the burden of passengers,  Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwoolu has announced the reductions of the train fares by 30percent.

With the new fare, a trip between Agbado and Oyingbo will now cost  1000naira as
against 1500naira  before the announcement.


.“We have looked at the numbers and have therefore decided to have 30 per cent
reduction on the fare paid on the Red Line. This means that a trip from Agbado to
Oyingbo will now cost N1000."

This rebate, he explained, is aimed at encouraging wider adoption of the Red Line
and providing some relief to commuters amidst current economic realities.

The Red Line commenced passenger operations on 15 September 2024 with six
trips daily but increased to nine trips a day on 10 February 2025.

Governor Sanwoolu also took time to commission the newly constructed Abule Egba bus terminal, a key infrastructure designed to enhance public transportation in Lagos state 

At the commissioning of the terminal, located along the Oshodi-Abule Egba
Expressway, and strategically positioned to complement Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)
operations along the Oshodi-Abule Egba corridor, Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasized
the importance of the new terminal in improving connectivity and easing
commuting challenges for residents of the area and Lagos at large.

"This Abule Egba Bus Terminal is a testament to our administration's commitment to providing efficient and accessible public transportation for all Lagosians," the Governor stated." 

"It will serve as a vital hub, seamlessly integrating with the BRT
network and offering a comfortable and organized transit experience."

The Governor highlighted the impact the bus terminal will play in commuter
services with the Quality Bus Corridor project (QBC), now under construction, and.the planned expansion of the BRT system, noting that it will play a crucial role in the future extension to Sango.

He reiterated his administration's focus on developing integrated multimodal transport solutions that address the growing transportation
needs of the state.

State dignitaries present at the event included Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, and  Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Barr. ‘Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin. Head of Service (HOS), Mr. Olabode Agoro, Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, Mr. Olawale Musa who represented the Commissioner for
Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, Chairman Agbado-Okeodo Local Council
Development Area, Hon. Oladapo Famuyiwa, Chairman Orile-Agege Local Council Development Area, Hon. Johnson Babatunde, and Chairman Ojokoro Local Council Development Area, Hon. Hameed Tijani. 

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