The Lagos State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the federal government’s Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) to commence exploratory work on the 68-kilometer Green Line rail project.
The rail line will connect Marina to the Lekki Free Trade Zone, significantly enhancing transportation infrastructure in the state. Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, announced the partnership yesterday, describing it as a landmark initiative aimed at improving connectivity, easing movement, and boosting economic activities between key areas in Lagos.
This project marks a major step forward in addressing the state’s growing transportation needs and fostering economic growth.
The federal government has allocated N175.84 billion in the 2025 budget to support key national priorities, including workforce welfare, infrastructure development, and strategic asset protection. Of this allocation, N146.14 billion has been earmarked as counterpart funding for the Lagos Green Line Metro Rail project.
The 68-kilometer rail network will stretch from the Lekki Free Trade Zone to the Marina, connecting vital areas of Lagos, including Victoria Island, Lekki, and Ajah.