The Lagos State Government has announced plans to introduce electric-powered boats into the Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) fleet before the end of the year, in a move aimed at reducing transport fares and promoting sustainable mobility.

The Managing Director of LAGFERRY, Hon. Abdoulbaq Ladi-Balogun, disclosed this in a statement shared on the Lagos State Government’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Wednesday.

According to him, the deployment of electric vessels is designed to provide a more affordable, efficient and environmentally friendly water transport system, while also helping to ease the burden of rising transportation costs and persistent traffic congestion across the state.

Ladi-Balogun explained that electric boats are cheaper to operate and maintain than conventional fuel-powered vessels, noting that the lower operating costs would translate into reduced fares for commuters.

He described the initiative as both an economic necessity and an environmentally responsible decision, aligning with the state government’s broader transportation and climate objectives.

“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.

The LAGFERRY managing director also noted the growing acceptance of water transportation among Lagos residents, revealing that patronage of the service has continued to rise steadily.

He disclosed that since the commencement of operations on February 4, 2020, LAGFERRY has transported approximately 4.4 million passengers, describing the trend as the emergence of a ‘Watermania lifestyle’, where commuters increasingly park their vehicles at jetties and rely on ferries for daily movement.

Ladi-Balogun further revealed that the service recorded a significant surge in demand during the 2025 Detty December festivities, with daily ferry trips increasing tenfold as residents and visitors used water transport to access beach houses and coastal resorts across Lagos.