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comusurate

Comusurate.

I forgot to include cinema. That building will have a cinema.

Last year.

Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority LAMATA @Lamataonline

Construction of Marina and Mile 2 interchanges begins 2024

Today, key players from the transport sub-sector, from both the public and private sectors, converged at Four Points by Sheraton for the Lagos Transport Fest to discuss the future of mobility in Nigeria.

Managing Director, Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), Engr. Mrs. Abimbola Akinajo in her presentation entitled “Lagos Blue Line, The Journey So Far, What next?” illuminated on the path towards the Blue Line’s operation and unveiled plans to commence the construction of transport interchanges at Marina and Mile 2 in 2024, aiming to seamlessly integrate all transport modes.

Additionally, she revealed that the agency plan to give priority to Non-Motorized Transport option in its future infrastructure projects.

The event brought a broad spectrum of transportation industry practitioners including shipping and logistics, and other stakeholders including the CEO, Lagos Bus Services Limited, Mr Idowu Oguntona, CEO T40, Mariam Hamidou, Business Development Manager Mass Transit, Interswitch Group, Nnenna Ajanwachukwu, VP Project & Infrastructure of Oando plc and Country Manager, Uber Nigeria, Tope Akinwunmi, among others.

Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority LAMATA @Lamataonline

We’re building a better Lagos, one hub at a time.

Stay informed about the Marina and Mile 2 Interchange Hub project.

#LASG
#LAMATA
#KeepingLagosMoving

Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority LAMATA @Lamataonline

This is a major step towards a multimodal Lagos. The future of better transport begins now.

#LASG
#LAMATA
#KeepingLagosMoving

Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority LAMATA @Lamataonline

LAMATA Meets Transport Union to Discuss Mile 2 Interchange Relocation Plans

Today, Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) continued discussions with non-regulated transport operators in the Mile 2 community to outline relocation plans as the construction of the Mile 2 interchange hub gains momentum.

A delegation headed by Engr. Osa Konyeha, Technical Adviser, Corporate and Investment Planning (CIPD) at LAMATA, met with the NURTW Amuwo-Odofin branches A and B led to communicate relocation strategies and gather feedback.

The upcoming Mile 2 interchange hub, upon completion, will accommodate both regulated and non-regulated transport systems, serving as a transportation hub connecting four modes of transport - road, rail, water and non-motorized transport.
The project is being funded by Agence Francaise de Development (AFD) and the Lagos State Government.

#LAMATA #KeepingLagosmoving

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iWff1YBgwpI?si=Zu6_qQsH96EGQmxs

Jubril A. Gawat @Mr_JAGs

The Lagos State Government keeps the SELF-DEVELOPMENT on a steady. For people that have been asking about the cleared Spaces by Mile 2, A Proper and Modern Transportation Hub and interchange is coming to Mile 2 on the Lagos Badagry Expressway. This will complement the Lagos Blue Line Rail and kickstart new face to that axis.

STAY TUNED 🔥🔥

Engr. Mrs. Abimbola Akinajo is the Managing Director of the Lagos Area Metropolitan Transport Authority (LAMATA).


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yMwrdf0pdc?si=ylTRqz1w8JULAuCO

The Marina Interchange will have:

1) A Blue Line train station.

2) A Red Line train station

3) A bus park for BRT, Lagos State Last Mile Buses and nonregulated buses (Danfo).

4) A LAGFerry jetty and terminal.

5) Bicycle racks (you can bring your bicycles, lock it up at the interchange and use the train).

6) A multilevel car park.

7) Shops.


The Mile 2 Interchange will have:

1) A Blue Line train station.

2) A bus park for BRT, Lagos State Last Mile Buses and nonregulated buses (Danfo).

3) A LAGFerry jetty and terminal.

4) Bicycle racks (you can bring your bicycles, lock it up at the interchange and use the train).

This will enable Lagosians to easily switch from bus to train, from ferry to bus, from bicycle to train, etc.

The project is being funded by the Lagos State Government and the Agence Francaise de Development (AFD)

Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority LAMATA @Lamataonline

TfL experts in Lagos to boost LAMATA service delivery

Today, Transport for London (TfL) activated a Technical Support Programme with the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) aimed at boosting transport service delivery.

The initiative, facilitated by the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), aims to assist LAMATA optimizes its planning, implementing, franchising, and regulatory functions. The programme will last for six months.

TfL experts led by Ben Johnson, Head of Consulting, Chris Chinnock, Senior Consultant and Chi Kalu Bus operations expert, will share their extensive experience in public transportation management, including best practices in service planning and operations. A number of Lagos State Government Ministries, agencies, and bus operating companies are participating in the programme. Through a collaborative approach, TfL will work closely with LAMATA staff and other stakeholders to develop strategies for optimizing the transportation system in Lagos.

Leader of the team Ben Johnson gave an in-depth overview of the TfL's role in London, stating that of the 13,000 kilometres of roads in London, TfL controls about five per cent. He also highlighted other roles of TfL in underground transport services, commercial development, and traffic control, among others.

The partnership between TfL and LAMATA is expected to yield significant benefits for commuters in Lagos, including reduced travel times, improved safety, and increased accessibility. By leveraging TfL's expertise, LAMATA aims to deliver a world-class public transportation service that meets the growing demands of the city.

Participating in the week-long introductory programme are the Lagos State Minstry of Transportation, Physical Planning and Urban Development, its affiliated agencies, Lagos State Waterways Authority, Lagos State Parking Authority, Lagis State Urban Renewal Agency and Touch and Pay the operator of the Cowry Card among others.

#LAMATA #KeepingLagosmoving #TfLinLagos #lasg

Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority LAMATA @Lamataonline

Multimodal Transport Integration: LAMATA, TfL visit LASWA

Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) and Transport for London (TfL) have jointly visited Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) to explore opportunities for enhancing multimodal connectivity in Lagos.

The delegation, including TfL experts Ben Johnson, Chi Kalu, and Chris Chinnock, embarked on a visit to the Ikorodu ferry terminal, using the newly launched Omibus boats from the Five Cowries terminal to gain firsthand experience of the city’s water-road transport integration.

The week-long on-site phase of a six-month technical support program funded by the Foreign Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO) offered the experts insights into bus, rail, and water transportation in Lagos. This initiative aims to enhance LAMATA's service delivery to Lagosians.

Today marks the fourth day of this crucial phase.

LASWA presented the Omi Eko project, a comprehensive initiative to revitalize water transportation infrastructure and introduce electric vessels in the state.

The project aligns Lagos State Government endorsed Strategic Transport Masterplan (STMP), which LAMATA is implementing.

LASWA General Manager, Mr. Damilola Emmanuel expressed gratitude to all involved in the knowledge-sharing process and reaffirmed the agency's commitment to collaborating with LAMATA.

#LAMATA #KeepingLagosmoving #lasg

UK in Nigeria🇬🇧🇳🇬 @UKinNigeria

Great collaboration facilitated by @UKinNigeria.

Over the next 6 months, experts from 🇬🇧 @TfL will support @Lamataonline in optimising & developing strategies of its transport system including its planning, implementing, franchising, and regulatory functions.

#Keepinglagosmoving

Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority LAMATA @Lamataonline

LAMATA, TfL Wrap Up Initial Knowledge Sharing Program

Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has concluded the first phase of a technical support program with Transport for London (TfL), funded by the Foreign Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO).

LAMATA Managing Director, Engr. Mrs. Abimbola Akinajo, expressed gratitude to the TfL team for their invaluable contributions, knowledge sharing, and assessment of Lagos' transportation network. She also acknowledged the FCDO's support in making the program possible.

TfL expert, Ben Johnson commended LAMATA's professionalism and the strong capacity within the organization in his final remarks.

The final day of the program was attended by high-level government officials, including the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transportation, Mr. Olawale Musa.

Representatives from other key agencies, such as the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Lagos State Parking Authority, and Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency, were also present.

#LAMATA #KeepingLagosmoving #lasg

Ishilove:
And I'm 100% sure that those ubiquitous riffraffs are collecting owo load from the drivers.

Those are union officials, not law enforcement officers.

It's clearly stated and can be seen from the video and pictures that the buses illegally blocked the road and turned it into a bus stop.

Last week the Task Force carried out an enforcement action along the Lagos - Badagry Expressway, but okada riders attacked a BRT bus in retaliation.

Police Patrol Lagos BRT Routes After Attacks By Thugs (Video & Photos)
https://www.nairaland.com/8186432/police-patrol-lagos-brt-routes

bukola ogunrinde @bukola23

The korope bus drivers are the most indisciplined in Lagos right now. They obey no traffic rules. The way they beat the traffic light on Keffi baffles me

Lagos State TaskForce @Taskforce112

We hope they learn from this

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aogRJYxe-wg?si=8PNNeUp6Ue5SMme_


Lagos State TaskForce @Taskforce112

Today, @Taskforce112 carried out a thorough operation on Kosoko Street in the Berger area, confiscating dozens of vehicles that had been causing severe traffic disruptions and as untold hardship to commuters. The majority of the seized vehicles were mini commercial buses, commonly known as "korope," which had illegally occupied an entire lane on both sides of the road. This unauthorized parking and encroachment not only created a nuisance but also led to a substantial buildup of traffic, obstructing the free flow of vehicles and pedestrians along the busy route.

During the operation, one driver of a private vehicle known as “kabu-kabu” who tried to evade arrest from the officials attempted to run them over with his vehicle. His reckless act led to his immediate arrest.

@followlasg has reiterated its commitment to maintaining sanity and ensuring the smooth flow of traffic across the Metropolis. This operation serves as a stern warning to commercial drivers and other road users about the consequences of willfully obstructing traffic especially at petrol stations.

Is it that people can't read or what is the issue??

The dead person was known by an alias, "Abuja Area Mama", but the police has now identified him by his government name and identity, "Ifeanyi Chukwu-Agah Benedict, a ‘33’ year old man who hails from Afikpo North Local Government Area of Ebonyi State and resides at Dapé in Karmo Area of Abuja".

How is that hard to understand?

FCT POLICE COMMAND @FCT_PoliceNG

PRESS STATEMENT

RE: CULPABLE HOMICIDE: POLICE FINALLY IDENTIFIES MALE CROSS-DRESSER FOUND DEAD ON KATAMPE-MABUSHI EXPRESS WAY.

Sequel to a case of culpable homicide and discovery of an unidentified male corpse earlier mistaken for a female on August 8, 2024. The operatives of the FCT Command have begun a discreet investigation as ordered by the Commissioner of Police FCT, CP Benneth C. Igweh, psc, mni.

Preliminary investigations revealed the deceased to be one Ifeanyi Chukwu-Agah Benedict, a ‘33’ year old man who hails from Afikpo North Local Government Area of Ebonyi State and resides at Dapé in Karmo Area of Abuja. The family of the deceased have also been contacted, as they are aiding the police with necessary information.

Further development will be communicated in due course.

SP Josephine Adeh, Anipr
Police Public Relations Officer,
For: the commissioner of police, FCT, Abuja.

See previous threads here:

Abuja Area Mama: Dead Body Of A Man Disguised As A Woman Seen In Abuja
https://www.nairaland.com/8178856/abuja-area-mama-dead-body

Throwback Video Of Cross-dresser “Area Mama” Allegedly Murdered In Abuja (Vid)
https://www.nairaland.com/8179321/throwback-video-cross-dresser-area-mama