Lagos Govt to shut PWD rail crossing from Might 1, advises motorists on alternate options
The Lagos State Authorities has introduced that the PWD rail crossing will likely be closed to vehicular visitors beginning Might 1, 2025, with motorists suggested to make use of various routes.
The announcement was conveyed in an announcement posted on Wednesday through the official X (previously Twitter) account of the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation.
The ministry defined that the choice was made to boost security following the launch of the Pink Line Metro service final yr.
A latest survey highlighted the necessity for proactive measures to forestall accidents alongside the hall.
Consequently, motorists have been directed to navigate the affected space utilizing various routes via Ikeja and Airport roads.
“Following a latest survey carried out by the Ministry of Transportation after the graduation of operations on the Pink Line Prepare Service, it has turn into essential to implement proactive measures to make sure the security and safety of commuters alongside the PWD route.
“Consistent with this, the Lagos State Authorities has introduced the closure of the rail crossing on the PWD axis to vehicular visitors, efficient from Thursday, 1st Might 2025. Motorists are suggested to make use of various routes through Ikeja or Airport roads to achieve their locations,” the assertion learn partially.
The Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, reiterated that the closure is critical to safeguard commuters and motorists alike.
He assured the general public that officers of the Lagos State Site visitors Administration Authority (LASTMA) can be deployed to handle vehicular motion and decrease inconvenience for street customers.
What you need to know
The Lagos Pink Line, a 37-kilometre rail venture, started building in April 2021, with its first section inaugurated in February 2024. The road connects Agbado to Oyingbo with eight stations.
In November 2024, the federal government introduced plans to concession the Pink and Blue Line operations to private-sector gamers to make sure sustainability and repay venture loans. Nevertheless, no definitive timeline has been set for when the concession will start, when non-public operators will take over, or how lengthy they are going to handle the rail programs.
