Lagos Train Tickets To Cost N200 – N300 Per Trip – Gov. Sanwo-Olu

Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has assured residents of the state that practice journeys will likely be affordable and accessible as soon as the federal government’s crimson line rail undertaking is accomplished.

On Friday, January 28, the Governor provided the assure throughout an interview on Channels Tv’s Dawn Each day.

“We consider that the associated fee will come down considerably for the residents (residents),” mentioned the governor. It’s not going to be in 1000’s, … actually, it’s nothing near that. So, you’ll nonetheless be in your common N200, N300 per journey and that’s what we’re .”

“I don’t suppose that they are going to be breaking their banks. I guarantee you will probably be very reasonably priced and accessible … the fare construction will likely be (decided by) the place you’re becoming a member of and hopping off, however usually it won’t be greater than what you’re working in your common BRT (Bus Speedy Transit) traces immediately.

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“For it to be accessible, affordability is de facto crucial for individuals to need to make it a greater choice. Sure, you’ll be able to say now it’s faster, as an alternative of you staying one hour on the street, it will take you 20 minutes, 25 minutes,” the governor added.

This comes only a week after the state authorities revealed that it had bought two new Talgo 330kmph trains for its Crimson Line rail undertaking, as a part of its makes an attempt to enhance visitors administration and transportation.

At an event carried out inside the Milwaukee amenities of Spanish practice maker Talgo Included in the US on January 18, the governor accomplished the acquisition transaction for the 2 new high-speed trains.

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