The Lagos State Government is set to deploy electric-powered boats into the Lagos Ferry Services, LAGFERRY, fleet before the end of the year as part of efforts to lower transport fares and promote sustainable mobility.
The Managing Director of LAGFERRY, Hon. Abdoulbaq Ladi-Balogun, made this known in a statement shared on the Lagos State Government’s official X handle on Wednesday.
According to him, the introduction of electric vessels is aimed at delivering a more affordable, environmentally friendly and efficient water transport system, while also helping to ease the burden of rising transportation costs and persistent traffic congestion across the state.
Ladi-Balogun explained that electric boats are cheaper to operate and maintain compared to conventional vessels, noting that the reduced running costs would translate into more affordable fares for commuters.
He described the initiative as both an economic necessity and an environmentally responsible step in line with the state government’s broader transport and climate objectives.
“The Lagos State Government is planning to introduce electric-powered boats into the LAGFERRY fleet within the year, as part of its commitment to providing affordable, sustainable and eco-friendly public transportation for residents,” the statement said.
The LAGFERRY boss also highlighted the growing acceptance of water transportation among Lagos residents, noting that the service has continued to record steady growth in patronage.
He disclosed that since operations began on February 4, 2020, LAGFERRY has transported about 4.4 million passengers, a trend he described as the emergence of a “Watermania lifestyle,” where commuters increasingly park their vehicles at jetties and rely on ferries for daily movement.
Ladi-Balogun further revealed that the service experienced a surge in demand during the 2025 Detty December festivities, with the number of daily trips increasing tenfold as residents and visitors used ferries to access beach houses and coastal resorts across Lagos.
