The Lagos State Government is set to enforce a new digital truck management system along the busy Lekki-Epe Corridor starting August 1, 2025, in an effort to address chronic traffic congestion and improve road safety. Officials confirmed that over 10,000 commercial trucks have already been registered for the initiative, with additional registrations ongoing. The move follows months of planning, consultations with transport operators, and public awareness campaigns to ensure stakeholder buy-in.
Central to the initiative is the E-Call Up System, a technology-driven platform designed to coordinate truck movements, assign parking slots, and penalize noncompliance. To ease adoption, the state’s Ministry of Transportation reduced parking fees at designated truck parks from ₦12,500 to ₦10,000 (approximately $8.30) and operationalized seven fully equipped parks. The government has also partnered with E-Call Up Technologies, a logistics firm, to conduct free training sessions for drivers, offering hands-on guidance on registration and real-time system use.
Authorities emphasized that the program aims to curb illegal parking, reduce gridlock, and minimize road damage caused by indiscriminate truck operations. Improved traffic flow, they argue, will not only enhance public safety but also bolster economic activity in the Lekki-Epe area, a key hub for commerce and industry. “This is a critical step toward modernizing Lagos’s transport network,” read a recent government statement, which highlighted infrastructure preservation and efficiency as long-term goals.
While the system’s success hinges on widespread participation, officials have urged all truck operators to complete registrations ahead of the enforcement date. Compliance checks will be conducted jointly by transport agencies and law enforcement. The initiative aligns with broader efforts to integrate smart technology into Lagos’s infrastructure, as Africa’s most populous city grapples with rapid urbanization and logistical challenges.
If effectively implemented, the system could serve as a model for other Nigerian cities facing similar congestion woes, though its impact will depend on sustained stakeholder cooperation and adaptive management of potential teething issues. For now, the focus remains on ensuring a smooth rollout, with the state government reiterating its commitment to “a smarter, safer, and more sustainable transportation future.”
