The E-call-up Lekki-Epe corridor system will officially take effect on August 1, 2025, following an agreement between the Lagos State Government and transport stakeholders. This move is designed to curb congestion, manage truck traffic, and enhance safety along the fast-growing industrial axis.
At the core of the initiative is a N10,000 enforcement fee for trucks accessing the corridor, part of a broader plan to prevent the traffic chaos that plagued the Apapa port corridor in previous years.
Agreement Reached After Stakeholders’ Meeting
The decision was finalized at a meeting held at Dangote Oil Refining Ltd., facilitated by Dangote Industries Ltd., and attended by major transport unions and state officials.
Communique Signatories:
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Seun Osiyemi, Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation
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Williams Akporcha, President, NUPENG
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Alhaji Yusuf Othman, President, NARTO
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Alhaji Hammed Fasola, President, IPMAN
These leaders endorsed the new enforcement fee and agreed on the implementation strategy and timeline.
E-Call-Up Lekki-Epe Corridor: Key Implementation Details
To ensure a smooth rollout, the following were agreed upon:
Pre-Enforcement Requirements (Before August 1):
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All trucks must be onboarded onto the E-call-up platform.
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Approved Truck Lists will be uploaded. Only listed trucks with legitimate business in the Lekki Free Zone will be granted access.
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Trucks not on the list or without valid business in the corridor will be turned away.
Stakeholder Responsibilities:
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The Ministry of Transportation will lead sensitisation campaigns for union members and independent truckers.
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NUPENG, NARTO, IPMAN, and other unions are to:
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Encourage voluntary compliance among members
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Minimise reliance on enforcement
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Provide support for onboarding and awareness
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What the N10,000 Fee Covers
The N10,000 fee was agreed upon after negotiations with stakeholders and is a reduction from the previously proposed N12,500. The fee will cover:
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Parking infrastructure
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Technology deployment
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Traffic enforcement logistics
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Maintenance of truck parks
Note: The Lagos State Government clarified that it will not earn any revenue from the fee.
Why the E-Call-Up Lekki-Epe Corridor Matters
The decision to implement the E-call-up Lekki-Epe corridor system stems from a growing number of accidents, unregulated truck movement, and increasing pressure on road infrastructure around:
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Lekki Deep Sea Port
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Dangote Refinery
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Lagos Free Trade Zone
Facilities to Support the Rollout:
There are currently 7 approved truck parks along the corridor, all equipped with:
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Paved floors
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CCTV surveillance
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Driver lodges
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Toilet facilities
These parks will serve as holding bays, helping manage truck inflow in an orderly and efficient manner.
Looking Ahead
The E-call-up initiative is part of a larger effort by the Lagos State Government to promote smart traffic solutions, especially in high-density logistics zones.
By enforcing the E-call-up Lekki-Epe corridor framework, the state aims to:
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Prevent gridlock like that experienced in Apapa
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Ensure only verified trucks gain access to critical trade zones
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Promote a more dignified and efficient operating environment for truckers and logistics operators
Final Word
As the enforcement date draws near, compliance will be key. All stakeholders, government, unions, and private operators, must align to avoid disruptions.
The E-call-up system is not just a fee; it’s a structural response to a logistics challenge that, if left unchecked, could undermine billions in public and private investments along the Lekki-Epe corridor.
