NGpatriot:


They sourced the boats right here in Nigeria, they were manufactured by V-Craft and Sierra Craft in Epe.
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Caustic001:
I dont think its an indigenous company, all good sha

On the international level, coming from Freetown again, we intend to start our coastal ferry service going to Guinea. This, we have believe we’ve crossed the “Ts” and dotted the “Is” and we are going to make sure that when it eventually starts, it is something to behold, is something proper. Now, from operations in Freetown, we have been able to establish in Nigeria where we delivered mass transit going to 5 or 6 different locations from Ikorodu to Lekki, Victoria Island, CMS, Apapa and one other one that we go to. And also, because of the difficulties in importing boats there and the cost of importing boats, we did a backward integration. We invested in the construction of a boat factory; we have 11-acre boat factory in Ibeju-Lekki over the Epe Bridge there which is called “Sierra Craft” where we build vessels. We believe we can build boats over there, using the modern systems to be able to supply to our operations in Lagos and also different parts of the country — South of the country. We are in talks with the government to see how this can be easily done. We are also in talks with certain companies that are looking into doing UBER-style mass transit system in Lagos and its going on pretty well, although we intend to do ours in slightly different way but it opens up the possibilities of what a transport

https://afrikanheroes.com/2019/08/24/africa-needs-the-right-legal-framework-for-businesses-to-thrive-captain-olusegun-jaji/

Sirnuel:
lol

how many people will eight speed boat carry at once

Afrikween:
This man doesn’t have sense

kokomilala:
@NwanyiOkpa, you wanted to say : there has never been a worse governor,I suppose. Can you prove your point within the context of the length of this administration in office?

The Governor also launched a mobile application designed to facilitate easy access to the water transportation services.

CrimeKsmart:
Sanwo-Olu will be the best lagos state governor.

Nice initiative... It will go a long way in reducing Lagos traffic

signature2012:

Hope safety was also considered when launching the ferries.
Water guard,life jacket etc.

Maxymilliano:
This is commendable, but why is the jetty at Ilaje, Bariga not put into use since it was commissioned by Ambode ?

naptu2:
Actually 14 boats were launched today.

That's 14 in addition to the boats that Lagferry already has (Ambode launched 5 last year).

https://www.nairaland.com/5187149/commissioning-ilaje-bariga-ferry-terminal

Furthermore, Lagos State is partnering with Uber to provide Uber Boats.
https://www.nairaland.com/5467166/lagos-launches-uber-boat-ease

NGpatriot:
Akwa Ibom, Rivers and Delta states are richer than Lagos state, but, do you see the same level of governance and leadership in Akwa Ibom, Rivers and Delta states? No

Money can not buy good vision, it can not buy good and credible leadership.

CeterisXVII:


Please, the current governor of Lagos State is an exception to the rule. He has tainted the streak of good governor's that Lagos State has had, over the years.

His only specialty is pointing his hand and banning Kèke Marwa in 15 local govt areas.......as if the people living and working in that area, did not vote for him, to get to power.

NGpatriot:
Very misguided and flawed opinion, but you are entitled to it.

kokomilala:
It's interesting to see how people who haven't achieved anything, haven't even managed anything whatso are slating SanwoOlu. The man is trying to diversify the transportation system of Lagos and some people, who don't or can't see beyond their noses are condemning this move even before it births.Nigerians are pathological moaners.

CeterisXVII:


Have you seen the transport fare for the new boat rides? Badore in Lekki to Maróko in Victoria Island, is to cost 1,000 naira each!! Can you imagine? If you go by road, you will NOT spend half of that amount.

Falomo bridge leading down to Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue, stretching all the way down to Lekki-Epe expressway, is the busiest and most traffic-ridden route, in Eti-Osa. Gridlocks are acommon feature of that road.

I have spent 2-3 hours on just that Ozumba Way, before....

But there is no single boat ride booked to convey people from Falomo to Marókó in Victoria Island, or from Bonny Camp to Lekki/Ajah. Nothing!!

Can you imagine how such boat rides would decongest that axis? But the clowns at LAGFERRY and LASWA have refused to explore this option, and give people a respite from the traffic gridlock on that route.

When it comes to boat services, LASWA and LAGFERRY act as if the world begins and ends between Lagos Island and Ikorodu.

The thunder that will treat their case, is on its way....

NGpatriot:
1. Boat transportation takes between 20-30 minutes, by road, it takes 2-3 to 4 hours and the same 2-3 to 4 hours heading home after work.

2. Imagine what you can do with extra 4-6 hours. You don't have to leave home at 4 am or get home at 10 pm

3. I don't know about the other boats out there, but Lagferry is more comfortable, they have better safety features and they are wifi equipped.

4. Lagos state government can not cover the whole of Lagos waterways, investors must go in to supplement the government's effort.

Maxymilliano:
This is commendable, but why is the jetty at Ilaje, Bariga not put into use since it was commissioned by Ambode ?

CeterisXVII:

Nothing misguided about my opinion. A sensible governor would have provided functional ALTERNATIVES to commuters who use Okada and Kèke Marwa, BEFORE banning those two things. He did not.

Instead, he subjected people to the suffering of walking over long distances lasting hours, as a result of that ban. CNN mocked us, in their report yesterday. BBC poked fun at our state govt. Then IMF downgraded Nigeria as an investment destination, because of his ill-begotten ban, especially as it affects bike-hailing services.

He forgot that local and foreign investors were observing each of his moves....

He even went ahead to release a series of insensitive tweets, mocking their plight.

And you want us to think he is a sensible governor, that is not high on Agidigbi weed, sold in Felá's shrine?

IMF - Nigeria's Economy Will Attract More Investments Before Year End

Washington DC — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said financial conditions in Nigeria favored more foreign investments and should attract more foreign investments this year.

https://allafrica.com/stories/201910170087.html

NGpatriot:
Nigerian Made Boats That Lagos Govt Wants To Buy- PHOTOS

Credit. AutoreportNG.

NGpatriot:
Stop lying on the IMF because they actually gave us a very rosy and optimistic outlook.

The government made a tough decision, but it's definitely the right decision because okada is not sustainable as a safe, effective and realistic mode of transportation.

If we truly want a better future, we must pay the price, feel the pain and support the government's effort.

How is okada safe for you as a citizen living with millions of okada and okada operators from unknown places on top of the daily tragic accidents?

The International Finance Corporation has announced the downgrade of Nigeria from among the top five countries attracting private investment in emerging Africa markets.

The arm of the World Bank focused on investing in emerging markets, the IFC said the downgrade was a result of the troubled investment climate that has continued to be a setback for Africa’s largest economy in recent years.

Eme Essien Lore, country manager for IFC said this Friday, during its second Private Equity Summit https://www.sbmintel.com/2020/02/daily-watch-ifc-downgrades-nigeria-on-investment-states-enjoy-boost-igr/

naptu2:
Pictures.


www.nairaland.com/attachments/10994710_8427348829120645488147924648321677145407488n_jpg8b49b9d0f9cbc6f44d3844698d4a56cb

www.nairaland.com/attachments/10994712_ep8ibqkx0accpdy_jfif_jpeg71d9fb0e85d4993ae7a9d9248a1a53ed is that not too expensive when compared to the normal means of transportation?

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CeterisXVII:


Which rosy picture? Abi, you didn't read what I posted properly? Should I borrow you my contact lenses?

CeterisXVII:


Then IMF downgraded Nigeria as an investment destination, because of his ill-begotten ban, especially as it affects bike-hailing services.