Lagos Engages Stakeholders on Proposed Obalende Bus Park Redevelopment Project

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The Lagos State Government today convened a stakeholders’ engagement meeting on the proposed Obalende Bus Park redevelopment project.

The initiative seeks to transform the existing Obalende Bus Park into a modern, well-structured transport hub through a public-private partnership with MTN Nigeria.

Representatives of MTN Nigeria disclosed that the project is expected to be completed within 21 weeks from the date of commencement. The redevelopment will be executed in three major components: the Main Bus Park, Bus Park 2, and ancillary facilities including a Loading Bay and Park Garden.

Speaking at the meeting, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, emphasized the need for optimal utilization of the available space to accommodate all commercial buses operating within the Obalende axis. He stressed that adequate and functional facilities must be incorporated to guarantee the successful implementation and sustainability of the project.

 

The Special Adviser further recommended the constitution of a small technical committee to address critical details and ensure proper coordination, while also underscoring the importance of fully engaging transport unions throughout the project lifecycle.

In attendance at the meeting were the Special Adviser to the Governor on Environment, Engr. Olakunle Rotimi Akodu; the Permanent Secretary, Office of Drainage Services, Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, Engr. Mahamood Adegbite; the Chairman, Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Bola Oladunjoye; the Managing Director, Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadagesin; the General Manager, Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency (LASPARK), Mrs. Adetoun Popoola; representatives of MTN Nigeria; and other relevant stakeholders.

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