Lagos state to chop Blue Line fares by 50% as ridership tops 5 million in two years

The Lagos State Authorities has introduced that fares on the Blue Line might be decreased by 50% on Thursday, September 4, 2025.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu disclosed this by way of his official X account on Wednesday, noting that the rail line has carried over 5 million commuters in its first two years of operation.

The governor highlighted the effectivity of the Blue Line, stating that trains now run each ten minutes, making greater than 90 journeys every day, considerably lowering journey time for commuters throughout the town.

“Two years in the past, we took a daring step with the launch of the Lagos Rail Mass Transit Blue Line. Right this moment, as I look again on how far now we have come, I really feel a deep sense of satisfaction and gratitude. In these two years, the Blue Line has carried greater than 5 million passengers safely, with out a single accident,” Sanwo-Olu acknowledged. 

He added, “To mark this second anniversary, I’m happy to announce a 50% discount in fares on the Blue Line for tomorrow, Thursday, September 4, 2025.” 

The governor highlighted that the Blue Line has run safely since its launch, with out a single accident, reflecting the state authorities’s dedication to dependable and safe city transportation. The 50% fare discount goals to encourage extra residents to expertise the service and take part celebrating the undertaking’s achievements.

What it’s best to know  

The Lagos Blue Line metro rail spans 27 kilometers and is an important core element of the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) system. Section 1, a 13-kilometer stretch from Marina to Mile 2, was accomplished in 2023 and commenced industrial operations on September 4, of the identical yr.

• Section 2, a 14-kilometer extension from Mile 2 to Okokomaiko, is presently beneath building by the China Civil Engineering Development Company (CCECC) and is predicted to be absolutely accomplished by 2026.

Two further bridges, the Satellite tv for pc Bridge and the LASU Bridge, might be constructed, every designed to final over 75 years, guaranteeing long-term sturdiness, enhanced security, and total reliability.

Section 2 will characteristic six stations: Festac, Alakija, Commerce Truthful, Volkswagen, LASU, and Okokomaiko.

A 400,000-square-meter depot at Okokomaiko will function the central hub for rail upkeep and operations, guaranteeing easy performance and supporting future expansions of the rail system.