The Lagos State Government has indefinitely suspended operations of its Red Line Mass Transit Train Service (LRMT), a key component of the ₦100 billion Greater Lagos Urban Transportation Project.
The Red Line, which commenced operations on October 15, 2024, after being commissioned by Bola Tinubu in February, was envisioned as a critical solution for easing Lagos commuters’ transportation challenges.
The suspension follows a series of mechanical failures last Monday, which disrupted operations during the morning peak period. Initially, the operators, First Metro, attempted to manage the disruption by informing passengers via their WhatsApp channel: “Please note that only the 5:20 pm and 6:50 pm train from Oyingbo and 6:40 pm train from Agbado will run today.”
However, by 9:19 pm, First Metro announced the complete suspension of operations, issuing a statement that read: “We sincerely apologise for the cancellation of service this evening, which was due to mechanical faults. Kindly note that the train will not be operating tomorrow and until further notice. We deeply regret this situation.”
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Before the suspension, the Red Line ran four daily shuttles, with two trains operating during morning and evening peak periods along its 27-kilometre first phase. The project, developed under the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), had been seen as a milestone in the state’s urban transportation plans.
The indefinite suspension raises concerns about the reliability of critical transportation infrastructure in Lagos, with many commuters now left searching for alternative options.
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