The Lagos State Government has announced the implementation of an e-call-up system for managing truck movements within the Lekki-Epe Free Trade Zone corridor starting September 23, 2024.
This initiative aims to prevent congestion and streamline logistics as truck traffic is expected to surge with the Dangote Refinery's full operations. The system will help enhance efficiency and improve transportation flow in the area.
State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, explained that the system will synchronize truck movements accessing the Lekki Deep Seaport and other industries within the corridor. He highlighted plans for road network expansion and inter-modal transport systems to streamline vehicular traffic.
Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa, emphasized the importance of compliance with the new system. An interim arrangement has been put in place to decongest roads by evacuating illegal tankers from the red zone.
The e-call-up system is designed to regulate truck entry and exit in the Lekki-Epe area by scheduling and coordinating their movements. This will prevent chaotic traffic situations caused by indiscriminate parking and movement of trucks.