JUST IN: Lagos Blue Line increases daily trips to 94, introduces earlier 6:00 a.m. service

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LAGOS, Nigeria (NPA) — The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has announced an expansion of services on the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Blue Line, increasing daily train operations from 90 to 94 trips and introducing an earlier start time for weekday and Saturday services.

According to LAMATA, the revised timetable will take effect from Monday, June 15, 2026, as part of efforts to improve passenger experience, reduce waiting times and meet growing commuter demand on the rail corridor.

In a statement signed by Kolawole Ojelabi, Head Corporate Communication, LAMATA said under the new schedule, train services from Monday to Saturday will commence at 6:00 a.m., 30 minutes earlier than the current 6:30 a.m. departure time.

The authority said the adjustment is designed to enable commuters to begin their journeys earlier and avoid peak-hour road traffic.

While train operations will continue to close at 9:30 p.m., the increase in daily trips is expected to ease platform congestion and improve overall travel efficiency across the route.

LAMATA also announced improvements to Sunday services, with the number of trips increasing from 22 to 24.

The authority said trains will operate at consistent 30-minute intervals throughout Sundays, providing passengers with greater predictability and convenience.

The latest service enhancement comes amid growing patronage of the Blue Line since passenger operations commenced on September 4, 2023.

According to LAMATA, the rail system has transported more than six million passengers since its launch, highlighting its increasing role in improving urban mobility and reducing travel times within Lagos.

The authority said the expansion reflects its commitment to providing efficient, reliable and sustainable transportation solutions for residents of the state.

LAMATA added that the improvements form part of ongoing efforts to strengthen public transportation infrastructure and support the movement of millions of commuters across Africa’s most populous city.