Lagos govt to unveil transport policy Tuesday

The Lagos State Government is set to unveil its Transport Policy for further developmental goals, key objectives, and strategic initiatives in traffic management and transportation, the state government disclosed in a statement signed over the weekend by the Deputy Director, Public Affairs, Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, Mrs. Bolanle Ogunlola.

Announcing the completion of the policy document in readiness for its unveiling by the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, explained that Lagos, as the commercial hub of the nation and a driving force in national development, was long overdue for a comprehensive transport policy that will further facilitate economic growth, enhance the quality of life, and improve overall transportation accessibility.

The unveiling ceremony, which will have in attendance stakeholders’ in the transportation sector, policy advocates, and industry experts, will also afford the opportunity to share insights into the policy and expected outcomes towards a more efficient and sustainable transport infrastructure for the residents of the state.

The Transportation Commissioner assured that the transport policy is flexible and dynamic to accommodate the integrated multi-modal transport system of the state that is safe, adequate, reliable, comfortable, efficient, and affordable within the framework of a progressive and competitive market economy.

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