Lekki FTZ: Lagos govt unveils e-call-up system to streamline truck movements

The Lagos State Government has formally launched an advanced e-call-up system meticulously designed to streamline and regulate the movement of trucks within the Lekki Free Trade Zone.

Disclosing this at the weekend, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa revealed that Ministry of Transportation officials held extensive discussions with key stakeholders, including Primacle, Dangote, Lagos Free Trade Zone, Lekki Ports, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), and the Ibeju-Lekki Local Council Development Area (LCDA), ahead of the system’s final unveiling.

This collaborative engagement has been pivotal in aligning all parties for the seamless adoption and operationalization of the e-call-up system, symbolizing a collective commitment to this transformative initiative.

Giwa further confirmed that, under his leadership, the government will oversee the enforcement of traffic regulations and the effective implementation of the e-call-up system, ensuring smooth coordination of entry and exit for both wet and dry cargo trucks.

This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency and alleviate congestion within the Free Trade Zone.

He said, “My office is firmly dedicated to proactively addressing the challenges arising from the heightened truck activities within the Lekki Free Zone. Through the deployment of this system and our concerted efforts with stakeholders, we are committed to creating a structured, efficient environment that will promote growth for both businesses and residents.”

Giwa underscored that this initiative marks a significant step towards sustainable development for the region, affirming the Ibeju-Lekki axis as a premier destination for commercial and real estate investment.

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