…to Launch Eko Water Taxis, Electric Boats Initiative
The Managing Director of Lagos State Ferry Service (LAGFERRY), Hon. Ladi Balogun, has revealed that the state would explore expanded use of waterways for cargo movement across key corridors such as Lekki, Apapa, Ikorodu, and Badagry, with the aim of reducing pressure on major roads and improving overall transport efficiency.
Balogun, who made the revelation on Saturday while speaking with journalists at the sidelines of the 2026 Lagferry Staff Retreat held at Epe Resort, stressed that the Lagos State Transport Policy, launched about three years ago, provides a comprehensive framework guiding both public and private sector participation in the state’s transport system.
He explained that the planned “Eko Water Taxis” would operate along the Lekki-Epe corridor to reduce road congestion and improve mobility for commuters and businesses, adding that the introduction of electric boats would support efforts to decarbonise emissions and promote environmental sustainability.
Meanwhile, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, Mr. Olawale Musa, represented by Engr Aderounmu Agbomeji, Director, Transport policy and coordination, described the retreat as a strategic platform to reflect, plan, and align with the broader goal of making water transportation a key pillar of an integrated and efficient transport system.
“Sustainable water transportation is not just about moving people and goods; it is about reducing congestion, lowering carbon emissions, cutting travel time, enhancing safety, and improving the quality of life,” Musa said.
Musa also highlighted plans to introduce electric-powered boats into the Lagferry fleet, noting that the initiative would reduce operational costs, lower fares, and position Lagos as a leader in eco-friendly water transport in Africa.
The Head of Marine Operations, LAGFERRY, Engr. Amos Semasa, has said that the agency had strengthened both its human and fleet capacity to improve service delivery, noting that boats have been deployed across 17 jetties covering 27 routes statewide.
