The Lagos State Government has revealed that the state suffers an estimated economic loss of N4 trillion annually due to persistent traffic congestion, with residents spending an average of four hours daily in gridlock.
Speaking during a television programme on Friday, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Mr. Sola Giwa, said the government will begin enforcing an Electronic Call-Up (E-Call-Up) system for tankers and articulated vehicles operating along the Lekki-Epe corridor from Monday, June 16, 2025.
Giwa explained that the digital platform is aimed at streamlining logistics, easing traffic flow, and enhancing road safety. Under the new policy, all drivers of tankers and articulated vehicles coming into Lagos to load or offload goods must register and schedule their movement via the E-Call-Up system.
According to him, the platform is designed to regulate truck movements, prevent indiscriminate roadside parking, and reduce disruptions to other road users caused by haphazard loading and unloading activities.
“Operators will be required to upload their Authority to Load (ATL) and pre-book assigned parking slots before arrival,” Giwa said, noting that the system will also collect essential travel and cargo data for better traffic management.
To support the initiative, the state government has approved seven dedicated truck parks along the Lekki-Epe axis. These facilities will be equipped with essential amenities such as restrooms, kitchens, and electricity to ensure the safety and comfort of drivers.
Giwa emphasized that the introduction of the E-Call-Up system follows over two years of extensive stakeholder consultations and is part of the government’s broader transportation reform agenda aimed at transforming Lagos into a smart, resilient, and livable city.
Leave a Reply