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Dr Kayode Opeifa (DKO) @DrOpeifaKayode

Fed Govt is committed to modern train development, says Opeifa

The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC),@info_NRC Dr Kayode Opeifa, has reiterated the commitment of the federal government to the sustenance of modern train development.

He said this while playing host to the Managing Director of the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (@Lamataonline Engr Mrs Abimbola Akinajo), who led top management of the agency on a courtesy visit.

Opeifa said the @officialABAT istration would in the coming month unveil its plans on the development of railway infrastructure.

He disclosed further that the Federal Government under the Renewed Hope Agenda would put its full weight behind all state governments willing to develop intra-city rail networks from the national rail corridor in their state.

Opeifa lauded the Lagos State Government which through LAMATA has been operating the Red and the Blue train lines, based on the licenses issued by the Corporation, adding that LAMATA is proving to the world that nothing is impossible.

“The Blue line is an example that nothing is impossible. That is a line that runs exclusively on electricity and LAMATA has been able to keep it in operation for two years non-stop. In the next five years a lot of things will change in this country and soon, Nigerians will be able to even enjoy a new generation rail system. "In our generation, we shall be able to operate all modes of modern rail systems comparable to anywhere in the world,” Opeifa added.

The Managing Director who lamented that Nigeria built about 3,500 kilometres of rail tracks in 60 years and stopped for another 60 years, said this istration under its Renewed Hope Agenda is determined to put a stop to that and ensure that it sustain massive investments on rail transportation infrastructure.

He said as facilitator of trade and business, the corporation will continue to give priority to areas that would lessen the burden of transportation on the people, reduce poverty, and lower the rising inflation, adding that he looked forward to the time when all states of the federation will be able to run train Services round the clock, which would lessen the burden on the NRC and allow it to concentrate on freight movements.

He disclosed that he would continue to give Lagos State and other federating states expeditious approvals and partner with those interested in investing in rail developments.

He disclosed that four more states - Plateau, Niger, Bauchi, and Ogun States - are at various stages of readiness to Lagos State as train-friendly states.

Opeifa, who was excited to receive the LAMATA team, said as a Lagosian, he is determined to push the corporation to continue to all LAMATA’s initiatives, adding that with him at the helm of affairs at NRC, Lagos should consider the corporation as a ready and willing partner.

In her own remarks, LAMATA’s Managing Director Mrs Abimbola Akinajo said her team had considered it necessary to pay the new NRC Managing Director a visit because of the cordial relationship between the Corporation and LAMATA.

She said LAMATA is happy that a Lagosian and a member of the LAMATA family is now at the helm of affairs at the NRC.

“We are happy about your appointment and we are looking forward to more fruitful working relationship with the NRC. We are happy that both the NRC and LAMATA are driven by the ion to make rail transportation a viable alternative for Nigerians.

She said Lagos State has continued to make judicious use of the licences given to the state for both the Red and Blue Line as well as the track access approval granted it on the Red Line.

“We decided to pay you a visit and warmly welcome you back into the transportation family, knowing that under you, the Nigerian Railway Corporation would continue to play a major role in Lagos State’s transportation initiatives, especially relating to the rail development,” Mrs Akinajo said.

https://x.com/DrOpeifaKayode/status/1897023453078978853?t=yQ6pn7AGr7VB5odUUT7UqA&s=19

Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority LAMATA @lamataonline

LAMATA, NRC Forge Closer Ties for Seamless Rail Operations, and Opeifa Pledges Full

In a move to strengthen collaboration and ensure the seamless operation of rail services, the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) paid a courtesy visit to the newly appointed Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa, today.

The LAMATA delegation, led by Managing Director Engr. Mrs. Abimbola Akinajo, included Director of Rail Transport, Engr. Olasunkanmi Okusaga, Corporate Legal Secretary, Mrs. Abiola Ajayi and Head, Corporate Communication Kolawole Ojelabi.

What began as a courtesy call quickly evolved into a productive working session, as both LAMATA and NRC management teams identified and discussed critical issues requiring immediate attention.

The central focus of the discussions was the operational synergy between LAMATA and the NRC on the Blue and Red Line rail projects which it granted operational licences in 2024.

Dr. Opeifa assured LAMATA of the NRC's unwavering , emphasising the importance of successful rail operations for Lagos residents and Nigerians at large. He urged his management team to prioritise cooperation and efficiency.

The NRC MD commended LAMATA for its pioneering role in establishing the Blue Line and its innovative partnership on the Red Line project. He highlighted the agency's achievements as a benchmark for other states, aligning them with the federal government's "Renewed Hope" agenda, which prioritises for key state-level infrastructure initiatives.

#LAMATA #KeepingLagosmoving #lasg

https://x.com/Lamataonline/status/1896932787090854392?t=UBPByBER0W5lgDlgWt7vcg&s=19

Dr Kayode Opeifa was:

🔴 special adviser on transportation to Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola from 2007 - 2011.

🔴 Lagos State transport commissioner from 2011 - 2015

🔴 FCT transport secretary 2017 - 2019

🔴 vice chairman and team leader of the Presidential Committee on Clearing of Apapa Port and Access Roads 2019 - 2023

🔴 managing director of the Abuja Urban Mass Transit Company Ltd. (AUMTCO) 2023 - 2025.

He was appointed managing director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation on January 22nd, 2025.

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And that is the kind of infrastructure, developers wanted to burn in the name of protest in Lagos state. Lagos state government should make sure all night buses coming to Lagos are empty. E get why

yarimo:
And that is the kind of infrastructure, developers wanted to burn in the name of protest in Lagos state. Lagos state government should make sure all night buses coming to Lagos are empty. E get why

No bus should be allowed to move at night into Lagos period.

Levecha:

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You think you got the spot right 🤣😂🤣

LAMATA is a creation of Tinubu!

God bless yoruba land

FG collaborating with South Westerners collaborating for a better Nigeria. Nigeria will be great again.

So na bad one dem dey deliver before 😒

naptu2:
Dr Kayode Opeifa (DKO) @DrOpeifaKayode



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Better do because Warri own derail last week
N my younger sister was inside to God be d glory

Nigeria will be great

drerocker:

Better do because Warri own derail last week
N my younger sister was inside to God be d glory

Mr Sam (PositiveMantra) @skaalbgroup

When will u visit&pay attention to Warri- Itakpe route,that need serious attention by way of new coaches,repair of the tracks especially between Ajaoukuta-Itakpe end &the long awaited extension from Itakpe to Abuja-Idu Station?

NRC has been most unfair to the s in this axis

https://x.com/skaalbgroup/status/1896237756696945122?t=XtyPNVz3iY8jF9axdrBaXA&s=19

Dr Kayode Opeifa (DKO) @DrOpeifaKayode

Attention is to all services.
Will visit Warri Itakpe very soon

Mr Sam (PositiveMantra) @skaalbgroup

Thank you 🙏

el-suraj shittu @SurajAyodeji

Ramadan Kareem. A reminder that the generator in the Warri-Itakpe line has packed up, and the AC in the isn't working as 26/2/25 and 27/2/25 when I boarded. The VIP toilet was locked, so we couldn't use it. There's a need to improve the service.

https://x.com/SurajAyodeji/status/1895909009183686883?t=wBLSmAmM2T0E8hKFJdPFeQ&s=19

Dr Kayode Opeifa (DKO) @DrOpeifaKayode

Thanks el-Sùraj,I have dìŕectèd action and will get bacķ to update you, shortly

Once again, Thanks.

https://x.com/DrOpeifaKayode/status/1895948385095676361?t=W3FLy_O9N7EpDl13XSOjIg&s=19

Dr Kayode Opeifa (DKO) @DrOpeifaKayode

Just learned that it was due to the train electricity generator failure, though not reported as when due.

I am very sorry for the inconvenience.

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yarimo:
And that is the kind of infrastructure, developers wanted to burn in the name of protest in Lagos state. Lagos state government should make sure all night buses coming to Lagos are empty. E get why

Note: without the night busses coming to Lagos, the beggars that owns Lagos will not see person to beg, as a result, they may die of hunger out of laziness. That's why you need the night busses coning in sir.

Engr. Abimbola Akinajo is a very proactive female engineer and the reason is obvious.

The quality of staff at the train stations from the Blue line to the Red line speaks volume to the leadership of LAMATA.

The staff are well trained and courteous although when trains have moved they become a bit layed-back.

I recommend Mrs. Akinajo for higher responsibilities in future.

NRC needs to step up really.

Please who is that babe on the far right in the first group picture? I really want to know her