- Lagos’s new Green Line Metro, spanning 68km, is set to revolutionise public transport by linking the Lekki Free Zone to the Marina and connecting with the Blue Line.
- The Green Line is expected to serve over 500,000 passengers daily at launch and, with future capacity projected to exceed one million, complement the city’s existing rail network.
Lagos has taken a significant step towards revolutionising its public transport system by introducing the Green Line Metro. This new 68km rail line promises to reshape the city’s transport landscape. A historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today between the Lagos State Government, the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), and the China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC). This agreement marks the formal launch of the Green Line project, which will extend from the Lekki Free Zone to Marina, integrating seamlessly with the existing Blue Line at Marina station.
The Green Line is set to connect key areas of Lagos, including Victoria Island, Lekki, and Ajah, enhancing accessibility and efficiency for commuters. With a projected capacity to handle over 500,000 passengers daily at its launch and expected to exceed one million as demand grows, this new line is poised to become a critical component of Lagos’s Strategic Transport Masterplan.
This announcement builds on the recent successes of Lagos’s public transport system, highlighted by the first anniversary of the Lagos Rail Mass Transit Blue Line. The Blue Line has impressively served 2 million passengers in its first year with minimal disruptions, demonstrating the city’s readiness for further advancements. In August 2024, the Blue Line also increased its daily trips from 54 to 72, significantly reducing travel time between Marina and Mile 2 from 30 minutes to just 18.
The Green Line will complement the existing Red Line, which has already commenced partial operations, and further enhance the city’s connectivity. The collaboration between MOFI and CHEC will see the Green Line designed, financed, and operated with cutting-edge technology and expertise, setting new standards for public transportation in Lagos.
The impact of these rail lines extends beyond mere transportation improvements. They are expected to act as catalysts for economic growth, connecting communities, reducing travel times, and boosting Lagosians’ overall quality of life.
The Lagos State Government expressed deep gratitude to His Excellency President [Name], whose unwavering support and endorsement of the project have been instrumental. The President’s commitment underscores his dedication to Lagos’s vision for a more efficient and connected future.
As Lagos continues to lead in urban development, the Green Line Metro is a testament to the city’s ambition to build a transport network that meets the needs of its growing population and sets a benchmark for modern infrastructure.