Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has unveiled three new train sets, each comprising four coaches for the Lagos Blue Rail Line Corridor.
INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the new trains were presented on Sunday, at the Iganmu Train Station.
He said that the additional train sets marked a significant milestone in the state’s commitment to improving mass transit infrastructure.
Sanwo-Olu added that the new Red Line trains will double the capacity of the Blue Line units, further expanding the state’s rail transport capability.
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The Governor revealed that more trains are expected before the end of the year, this time for the LRMT Red Line.
He said: “Today, I unveiled three new train sets for the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Blue Line at the National Theatre Station.
“Each set includes four cars, and with this addition, we are doubling our current passenger capacity on the Blue Line.
“Before the end of the year, we’ll receive new trains for the Red Line which will have twice the capacity of the Blue Line trains.
“Construction on Phase 2 of the Blue Line (Mile 2 to Okokomaiko) is also progressing steadily.
“We’re building infrastructure and a better future for urban mobility in Lagos. And we’re just getting started.”
via: Information Nigeria
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