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Lagos Commences E-Call Up System to Tackle Truck-Induced Traffic Congestion in Lekki-Epe Corridor

by Joan Aimuengheuwa
September 23, 2024
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Lagos Launches E-Call Up System to Tackle Truck-Induced Traffic Congestion in Lekki-Epe Corridor
Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lagos State Governor

Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lagos State Governor

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Lagos State Government has officially rolled out its long-awaited E-Call Up System to ease the traffic challenges along the Lekki-Epe corridor.

This system, launched today, September 23, 2024, is designed to regulate the movement of trucks, particularly in the Lekki Free Trade Zone, and is expected to provide relief from the congestion caused by heavy-duty vehicles.

The introduction of this digital platform follows an initial delay, as the government had previously scheduled its deployment for August 1, 2024. The rescheduling was deemed necessary to ensure a smooth and effective rollout. 

The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, confirmed the commencement via a public statement, highlighting the system’s ability to largely enhance traffic management and improve logistics efficiency in the area.

According to the statement, the E-Call Up System is a comprehensive, technology-driven solution that aims to optimise the scheduling and coordination of truck movements. 

In reducing waiting times and better organising truck operations, the system is expected to alleviate the gridlock that has long plagued the Lekki-Epe corridor, thereby boosting economic activities and improving access for commuters and businesses alike.

The launch is also a forward alignment with Lagos State’s current works to enhance infrastructure within the Lekki Free Trade Zone, a region essential to the state’s industrial and commercial growth. 

The introduction of the system is seen as a strategic response to the heavy influx of trucks servicing industries such as the Dangote Refinery, where thousands of trucks move goods daily.

To support the system, five holding bays have been designated for trucks to wait before entering the zone. These locations include Hog Marketing Limited and Nilmage Two4Seven in Epe, as well as other key points near the Dangote Refinery and along the Lekki-Epe Expressway. 

Added to this, restrictions have been placed on truck movements during peak hours, and strict enforcement measures are in place, overseen by LASTMA, the Lagos State Taskforce, and the Police, to ensure compliance.

The Commissioner reiterated the importance of this initiative, not only for improving traffic flow but also for fostering economic growth. With smoother logistics operations, businesses within the Lekki Free Trade Zone can operate more efficiently, and residents will experience improved mobility, reduced congestion, and easier access to jobs and services.

The Lagos State Government’s approach has been commended, with officials stating that the E-Call Up System comes at an important time. Mr. Olawale Musa, the permanent secretary of the Ministry of Transportation, emphasised the importance of managing truck movements, especially given the volume of petroleum products being transported from the Dangote Refinery. 

He noted that the initiative would be of importance in preventing the kind of gridlock that has affected other parts of the state.

The system’s success will depend on strict enforcement and cooperation from stakeholders. The government has engaged in extensive consultations with relevant parties, explaining the benefits of the system and the need for compliance. 

Truck operators who fail to adhere to the guidelines will face penalties, as the government is determined to ensure that this initiative meets its objectives of reducing traffic congestion and promoting smoother operations in one of Lagos’ busiest industrial zones.

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