By Sodiq Adelakun The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has commenced a week-long pilot operation of the 40-passenger Omibus ferries in Lagos, aimed at transforming waterway transportation in the state. The Omibus ferries, built by Caverton Marine Limited in partnership…
The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) is to boost inland waterways transport with introduction of more than 70 electric ferries, jetties upgrade and dredging. The General Manager of LASWA, Mr Oluwadamilola Emmanuel, gave the assurance in an interview with the…
By Seun Ibiyemi Three persons have been confirmed dead and 11 others rescued when a boat loaded with 14 passengers capsized on Monday along the Ibeshe/Ikorodu channel in Lagos. This sad incident is happening barely a week after a female…
The Lagos State Waterways Authority[LASWA] has announced the much-anticipated reopening of the Ikorodu Ferry Terminal, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to enhancing transportation services and fostering seamless connectivity for the residents of Ikorodu and its environs following a…
The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has disclosed plans to reopen the Ikorodu Ferry Terminal on Thursday, to enhance transportation and foster seamless connectivity for residents. The General Manager of LASWA, Mr Oluwadamilola Emmanuel, said in a statement in Lagos…
…Distributes lifejackets to ferry passengers By Seun Ibiyemi To improve waterways safety and prepare for the rainy season, the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has commenced its yearly Waterways Safety Awareness Campaign to enlighten Ferry passengers about waterways safety rules…
By Seun Ibiyemi To catch them young and reduce water phobia among Lagosians, the Lagos State Waterways Authority commenced a week-long water safety class and swimming Training for pupils in the riverine communities of of Epe Local Government. The swimming…
The General Manager, Lagos Waterways Authority (LASWA), Mr Oluwadamilola Emmanuel, has vowed to improve on safety on waterways to enable the government to achieve zero accident in 2023. Emmanuel spoke in an interview with journalists on Friday, during the celebration…
…Governor inaugurates Search and Rescue Unit, hands over surveillance devices for emergency response …‘We’ve reduced mishaps from 19 to two’ Commuters using Lagos State’s water transport services are in for a fresh safety experience, with the activation of modern monitoring…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) says it is partnering with the French Development Agency (AFD) to engender improved water transportation system in Lagos. The General Manager, LASWA, Mr Oluwadamilola Emmanuel, disclosed this in Lagos when the…
