After months of delays and stakeholder consultations, the Lagos State Government has announced that it will begin enforcing the electronic call-up (e-call-up) system on the congested Lekki-Epe corridor from June 16, 2025. This move aims to tackle the persistent traffic gridlock caused by heavy-duty trucks accessing the Lekki Free Zone and Lekki Deep Sea Port.
The announcement came in a statement by Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, following a high-level meeting chaired by Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat. The meeting included representatives from key transport and energy unions such as NUPENG, IPMAN, PTD, and regulatory bodies including the Nigerian Ports Authority and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority.
“The e-call-up system is not about revenue collection,” said Deputy Governor Hamzat. “It is a critical intervention designed to ensure orderliness, streamline the movement of articulated trucks, and prevent the kind of chaos we witnessed in Apapa.” Apapa, Lagos’ main seaport, has long suffered from severe traffic congestion due to unregulated truck movements, a scenario the government is determined to avoid in Lekki as it develops into a major commercial hub.
The e-call-up system functions as a digital scheduling platform that controls when and how trucks access loading points, reducing wait times and preventing indiscriminate parking along the corridor. The system was first introduced in July 2024 but faced multiple postponements and suspensions to allow for broader stakeholder engagement and to address implementation challenges.
The government has called for the immediate removal of all vehicles currently obstructing the Lekki-Epe Expressway and has warned that full enforcement will be strictly applied to ensure compliance. Previous enforcement attempts saw some resistance, including attacks on enforcement officers, but the state has emphasized its commitment to a smooth transition and a traffic system that protects vital infrastructure and road users’ safety.
The e-call-up system is a key part of Lagos State’s strategy to manage traffic effectively and support sustainable growth in the region.
The government urges all stakeholders to cooperate fully to restore order and improve traffic flow along this critical transport corridor.
