The Lagos State Government on Thursday convened a stakeholders’ meeting on the proposed Obalende Bus Park redevelopment project.
The PUNCH reports that the initiative seeks to transform the existing Obalende Bus Park and the under-bridge area into a modern, well-structured transport hub through a public-private partnership with MTN Nigeria.
Representatives of MTN Nigeria at the meeting noted that the project is expected to be completed within 21 weeks from the date of commencement.
According to a statement obtained from the Lagos State Ministry of Transport, 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, Sola Giwa, emphasised the need for optimal utilisation 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 technical committee to address critical details and ensure proper coordination, while also underscoring the importance of fully engaging transport unions throughout the project lifecycle.
Also at the meeting were the Special Adviser to the Governor on Environment, Olakunle Akodu; the Permanent Secretary, Office of Drainage Services, Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, Mahamood Adegbite; the Chairman, Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area, Bola Oladunjoye; the Managing Director, Lagos State Waste Management Authority, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin; the General Manager, Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency, Adetoun Popoola; representatives of MTN and other relevant stakeholders.
