The Lagos State Government officially launched the E-Call Up System on Monday to manage truck movements in the Lekki-Epe corridor and reduce congestion caused by articulated trucks.
This technology-driven solution is expected to streamline traffic flow, decrease waiting times, and enhance logistics within the Lekki Free Trade Zone.
The launch follows a previous postponement of the rollout, which was initially scheduled for August 1, 2024.
This was disclosed by the Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, on Monday via his official X account.
The E-Call Up System aims to optimize truck scheduling and coordination, significantly improving transportation efficiency in the region.
“To avert severe congestion by articulated truck and improve the efficiency of logistics operations within the Lekki-Epe Free Trade Zone corridor, the Lagos State Government has commenced the E-Call Up System for managing truck movements within the axis from today 23rd September 2024.
“The E-Call Up system is a sustainable, effective and technology-driven solution of truck movement in the Lekki-Epe corridor,” the statement read in part.
The statemen further noted tht the E-Call Up System will not only ease the movement of people by alleviating traffic congestion but also improve access to jobs and services.
Additionally, it aims to promote economic growth by enhancing logistics efficiency and stimulating business activities in the region.
In July 2024, the Lagos State Government announced plans to implement an electronic call-up (e-call-up) system aimed at managing articulated truck movements along the Lekki-Epe corridor.
However, the launch of the e-call-up system in Lagos, initially set for August 1, 2024, was postponed just days before the rollout to ensure a smooth implementation process.
The newly launched electronic call-up (e-call-up) system in Lagos is expected to effectively manage truck traffic and prevent a recurrence of the chronic gridlock that has historically affected the Apapa-Tin Can corridor.
