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Sanwo-Olu In China : Pres. Tinubu To Commission 37-km Lagos Red Line Rail Project In Few Weeks
Governor Sanwo-Olu : 37-km Lagos Red Line Rail Project to be commissioned by President Tinubu in few weeks.
Says significant milestone is a testament to his commitment to enhancing transportation for millions of Lagosians.
The Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has assured Lagosians that the 37-kilometre Red Line system (LRMT) covering the distance from Agbado to Otto will be commissioned in few weeks.
Sanwo-Olu made the commitment on Thursday during a high-level meeting with the President and management of the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) at its headquarters in Beijing, China.
The Governor further stated that the significant milestone is a testament to the Lagos State Government’s commitment to enhancing transportation for millions of Lagos residents.
“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.
“During a productive meeting with the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation in Beijing, we reiterated our dedication to completing the Blue Line Rail project’s second phase.
“This 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.
“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.
“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.”
The Governor also hinted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be on hand to commission the Red Line Rail system, which covers Agbado area in Ogun State through Otto in Lagos will .
“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.”
