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Babajide Sanwo-Olu, governor of Lagos state, says President Bola Tinubu would inaugurate the rail mass transit (LRMT) red line project, covering the distance from Agbado to Otto, in the coming weeks.

Sanwo-Olu made the announcement in a post on X on Thursday during a meeting with China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) in Beijing, China.

“As we eagerly await the official commissioning, I’m pleased to share that HE President Bola Tinubu has agreed to grace the occasion heralding the launch of the Red Line Rail for commercial operations,” Sanwo-Olu said.

He said the rail system will provide more relief for commuters.

“Exciting times for Lagos. I am delighted to announce that the Red Line Rail project covering Agbado to Otto is ready for commissioning. With its inauguration just weeks away, we are set to provide more relief for commuters,” Sanwo-Olu said.

“This significant milestone is a testament to our commitment to enhancing transportation for millions of Lagos residents.”

The governor also said the trip was important to meet with “the leadership and finalise our plans for an integrated system that will work for Lagosians as we commit them to a long term partnership”.

After the meeting, Sanwo-Olu and the construction firm reiterated their dedication to completing the blue line rail project’s second phase.

“We are grateful for the collaboration with CCECC and the support of our partners in realizing this transformative project. Our promise to over twenty-two million Lagosians is fast becoming a reality,” he said.

“The traffic and transportation challenges will soon be history as we move forward. 

“We also had discussions pertaining to the 4th Mainland Bridge and it is certain that this project will begin shortly.”

“Lagos will continue to work for us all and that’s a promise we intend to keep fulfilling,” he added.

On September 4, 2023, the blue line rail commenced passenger operations.