Lagos: Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos on Sunday thanked President Bola Tinubu for support toward the state’s transport reform. Sanwo-Olu gave the commendation while inspecting newly-imported rolling stock for the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Blue Line project, at the National Theatre Train Terminal.

According to News Agency of Nigeria, the arrival of the coaches was described by the governor as a significant milestone that would boost the state’s efforts in delivering an efficient and modern rail service. He emphasized that the delivery of the rolling stock was made possible through the support of the Federal Government and praised the commitment of the Tinubu administration to Nigeria’s infrastructure development.

‘We are here today to inspect the newly delivered coaches for the Blue Line project. These are brand-new coaches. It is part of our ongoing commitment to improving public transportation. We thank President Bola Tinubu for his support. His vision and encouragement have made this possible. This whole funding and the capacity for us as a state government to have embarked on this very transaction was made possible by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who supported us financially and extensively in the procurement of this additional rolling stock,’ Sanwo-Olu said.

He further stated that the new coaches would complement existing ones and help to reduce turnaround time, thereby significantly cutting travel time for millions of Lagos residents. The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to its THEMES Plus Agenda and pledged to complete the rail project on schedule, ensuring the trains meet the highest standard of safety and comfort.

‘With this new set, we are doubling the capacity that we currently have on the Blue Line. This means that once they are scheduled, you will see a reduction in journey time, you will see a faster turnaround in journey time, and you will see a more reliable and predictable train experience on the Blue Line,’ he added.

The event was also attended by the Managing Director of the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), Mrs. Abimbola Akinajo, and the Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi. The Blue Line rail project, implemented by LAMATA, stretches from Marina on Lagos Island, through Mile 2, to Okokomaiko, with stations on key corridors.