EditorLagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has promised to complete the state’s light rail projects between the last quarter of 2022 and first quarter of 2023.
Sanwo-Olu who disclosed that all engineering students of the University of Lagos, Lagos State University and the Yaba College of Technology would undergo training with the contractors handling the project, acknowledged that there were few surmountable challenges bedevilling the project.
In his words, “we are still on track. In the last quarter of 2022 or first quarter of 2023, you will begin to see your trains moving on these two corridors by the grace of God. We will be working with LASU, UNILAG and Yabatech, where we will be having students of Engineering that will have a feel of what rail construction is all about.”
“They will come and see the bridge, road and rail construction as a learning tool so that they can see how these are being done. So, our contractors can take them as interns.” He added.
The Governor also noted that the project was running on the budgeted money for it, and the contractors are being paid at every milestone, hence, work is ongoing at accelerated speed.
He expressed excitement over the number of Nigerians working on the projects, noting that over 1,000 workers are working on Marina alone.
In his words, “Marina station is unique because it is an elevated station. You can see from behind. They have started the decking. There is also a pedestrian walk for people with disabilities.”
The Governor also noted that there will be an underneath bus station for BRT for first and last line buses, and a ferry service adjoining the Marina station
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