The Lagos State Government has announced plans to add electric-powered boats to the Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) fleet before the end of the year, a move aimed at reducing transportation costs while advancing sustainable and eco-friendly mobility.
The disclosure was made by the Managing Director of LAGFERRY, Hon. Abdoulbaq Ladi-Balogun, in a statement posted on the official X account of the Lagos State Government on Wednesday, the 14th of January, 2026.
Ladi-Balogun explained that the deployment of electric vessels is intended to provide residents with a more cost-effective, efficient and environmentally friendly water transport option, while also helping to address the challenges of high transport fares and heavy traffic congestion in the state.
According to him, electric boats are less expensive to operate and maintain than conventional fuel-powered vessels, and these savings are expected to be reflected in reduced fares for passengers.
He described the move as both a practical economic response and a climate-conscious initiative that aligns with the state government’s long-term transportation and environmental goals.
“The Lagos State Government is planning to introduce electric-powered boats into the LAGFERRY fleet within the year, as part of its commitment to providing affordable, sustainable and eco-friendly public transportation for residents,” the statement read.
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The LAGFERRY managing director also noted the increasing adoption of water transportation by Lagosians, revealing that the service has continued to witness consistent growth in patronage.
He disclosed that since the commencement of operations on February 4, 2020, LAGFERRY has conveyed approximately 4.4 million passengers. He described this trend as the rise of a “Watermania lifestyle,” where commuters now prefer to leave their vehicles at jetties and rely on ferries for their daily movements.
Ladi-Balogun added that demand for ferry services spiked significantly during the 2025 Detty December season, with daily trips rising nearly tenfold as both residents and tourists used ferries to access beach houses and waterfront resorts across Lagos.