The Lagos State Government has successfully acquired Talgo 330kmph speed train for the Red Line Metro project in Lagos.
This was disclosed yesterday by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu as he inspected the newly acquired train in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States.
The visit of the Governor to United States is to complete the deal for the acquisition of two high speed trains for Lagos Metro project (Red Line) projected to be completed by the end of Year 2022.
The Governor said the 37 kilometres Red Line on completion will traverse eight stations and move passengers from Agbado to Oyingbo.
“We have completed the deal for the acquisition of the two high speed trains while we are ramping up the completion of the ancillary infrastructure like the train stations.
“We are irrevocably committed to completing the Red Line Metro rail project by the end of this year and bring a new lease of life to public transportation in Lagos,” the Governor said.