27th October, 2024
By Kazeem Ugbodaga
The Lagos State Government has commenced the implementation and enforcement of an e-call-up system in the Lekki Free Trade Zone to streamline truck movements and curb traffic congestion in the area.
Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa, highlighted the system’s importance in preventing chaotic traffic and random truck parking, safeguarding property values, and facilitating smooth operations along the Ibeju-Lekki corridor.
Giwa further noted that the government would oversee traffic management and enforce the e-call-up system, which will regulate the entry and exit of both wet and dry cargo trucks within the zone, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and reducing congestion.
In recent days, officials from the Ministry of Transportation have engaged with key stakeholders, including Pinnacle, Dangote, Lagos Free Zone, Lekki Free Zone, Lekki Port, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), and the Ibeju-Lekki Local Council Development Area (LCDA), to ensure coordinated implementation of the technology.
“Our office is committed to addressing the anticipated challenges linked to the increased truck activity in the Lekki Free Trade Zone,” Giwa reiterated.
This initiative marks a significant step toward sustainable development in the region, ensuring the Ibeju-Lekki axis remains attractive for commerce and real estate investment.
