Lagos Blue line increases operations to 72 trips daily

August 11, 2024.

By Samuel Ogunsona

The Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Blue Line is set to upscale it operations from 54 to 72 trips per day.

The new initiative takes effect from Monday, August 12, 2024.

This was revealed in a press statement by the Managing Director of Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), Abimbola Akinajo, made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos.

Abimbola noted that the new operation starts on Monday while the schedule for Sunday remains unchanged.

“The Blue Line train riders will now travel between Marina and Mile 2 in just about 18 minutes from the previous travel time of 25 minutes.

“The implication is that there will be a train every 18 minutes both ways, thus allowing commuters to plan their trips,” she said.

Additionally, she revealed a 25% discounted fare for off-peak commuters, applicable from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

“The new train schedule is potentially expected to reduce journey times, encourage more riders to use the train system off-peak periods and reduce transport spending.

“The new timetables are available on LAMATA website, stations and our social media handles,” she said.

The State which is regarded as Nigeria’s economic hub, has taken a significant leap towards transforming its transportation landscape with the introduction of the Blue Line Rail System in 2023.

The project aims to alleviate traffic congestion, enhance mobility, and boost economic growth.

The Blue Line Rail System is a 27-kilometer rail network connecting Okokomaiko to Marina, traversing through densely populated areas.

The Blue Line train riders will now travel between Marina and Mile 2 lesser minutes from the previous travel time of 25 minutes.

This ambitious project is part of the Lagos State Government’s Strategic Transportation Master Plan.