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LAMATA gets nod for Ketu modern bus terminal

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  • The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has secured community backing for a modern bus terminal project in Ketu.
  • The project aims to transform the Ketu Lay-by into a world-class facility, eliminating traffic bottlenecks and providing a dignified environment for commuters.
  • The plan involves relocating market traders and non-regulated transport operators to designated areas to ensure the project's success and prevent future gridlock.

A significant step forward has been taken in Lagos's ongoing efforts to revolutionize urban mobility, as the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has successfully garnered crucial community support for the development of a modern bus terminal at Ketu.

The engagement with community leaders, including the Oba of Ketu-Kosofe, Dr Oba Isiaka Balogun, and representatives from the Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area, culminated in finalized plans for the Quality Bus Corridor Package 1 project. This initiative is set to transform the existing Ketu Lay-by into a state-of-the-art bus terminal, a key component of the broader Ketu–Alapere–Akanimodo corridor. The project promises to alleviate persistent traffic congestion and create a more organized and dignified commuting experience for thousands of Lagosians.

The development is expected to eliminate traffic bottlenecks and provide a structured, dignified environment for thousands of commuters.

— Femi FayomboDescribing the expected impact of the Ketu modern bus terminal project.

LAMATA, alongside officials from the Ministry of Transportation, briefed stakeholders on the operational framework, emphasizing that the project's success hinges on a strong partnership between the government and the community. A formal agreement is anticipated, which will include commitments from market women and traders to utilize designated stalls, thereby clearing road shoulders and preventing obstructions. Similarly, transport operators will be required to adhere to designated loading and off-loading zones. This collaborative approach is vital for integrating the new terminal into Lagos's Strategic Transport Master Plan, which seeks to create a seamless network of bus, rail, and water transport systems across the metropolis.

He stressed that the success of the initiative would depend on mutual agreement between the government and the community.

— S.A. AgbomejiDirector of Transport Policy and Coordination, Ministry of Transportation, on the importance of community collaboration.
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