Lagos Light Rail: Top 25 Things You Should Know About This Project

1. In 1983, the concept for a Metroline Project for Lagos state was conceived and proposed. It  was proposed by the then governor of Lagos State – Lateef Jakande.

2. Lateef Jakande named the project the “Metroline Project” and it was to be handled by Interinfra, a French company.

3. The project was estimated to cost N683 million.

4. The first phase of the Metroline Project was expected to be completed in three years. The project commenced, though at a relatively slow pace.

5. A year ahead of the completion date, the Metroline Project was terminated by the Buhari-led Federal Government. The main reason given for the cancellation of the project was the unavailability of funds.

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