President Bola Tinubu has officially opened the 37-kilometer Red Line rail system in Lagos, Nigeria.
The initial phase of the Lagos Rail Mass Transit Red Line, connecting Agbado on the Lagos-Ogun border to Oyingbo in Lagos Mainland, will operate 37 daily journeys and transport an estimated 500,000 passengers upon full completion.
During his speech at the ceremony, the President reiterated his commitment to continuing the government’s reforms, despite acknowledging their impact on the cost of essential goods and services. He emphasized on the engineering, the construction as an affirmation of the government’s pledge to be loyal to our country
“ There is one thing I know is that there is a very bright light at the end of the tunnel,” he said.
Governor Babajide Sanwoolu said the launching of the red line is not just about connecting Lagos but for growth and sustainable future.
“The LMRT Red Line isn’t just about improving our city’s mobility; it’s about reshaping our urban landscape and setting a new pace for development. By connecting critical points across Lagos, we’re opening doors to opportunities, growth, and a sustainable future,” Sanwoolu remarked.
“This launch is a testament to what we can achieve when we dream big and work together. The LMRT Red Line is a cornerstone in our journey to make Lagos a global model city for urban excellence,” he said.
“The commissioning of the Red Line rail is received as a major step in the infrastructural development that will enable social and economic growth in the communities the rail lines ran through.”
In another separate tweet, Sanwoolu said: “Embarking on the Lagos Mass Rail Transit (LMRT) project is more than just enhancing transit; it’s about weaving the fabric of our city into a tighter, more connected community. Every track laid, every station built, brings us closer to a Lagos where distance no longer dictates destiny.”
“The LMRT project is a beacon of progress, illuminating the path to a future where our city moves smoother, faster, and more efficiently. It’s not just about the journey from point A to B, but about how each journey brings us together, making Lagos not just a place to live, but a place to thrive,” he concluded via his post on X (formerly Twitter)