Lagos Launches OMI Eko (Ferry Services)
The project is a major initiative aimed at improving water transportation across Lagos State, which is being implemented by the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) @talktolaswa and supported through €410 million in funding under the Global Gateway Initiative, backed by the European Union, the French Development Agency, and the European Investment Bank.
The OMI EKO project will introduce:
New fleet of 78 high-capacity electric ferries (between 50-200 passenger capacity)
Modern terminals & floating jetties (upgrade + new ones).
Dredging & channel works to open / stabilise routes (~140 km; 15 routes).
Digital ticketing & smart terminals for faster boarding.
Stronger safety, regulation & capacity building with LASWA oversight.
This project will be done in phases over the next 6 years.
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