The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has announced that the Ikorodu ferry terminal, will reopen for passenger operations on Monday, January 19, 2026 following the successful clearance of the waterways.
The terminal was closed on Monday, 20 October 2025 due to navigational concerns caused by water hyacinth infestation, and services were temporarily diverted to Ibeshe Terminal and Offin Jetty.
In a public notice on Friday, LASWA informed all ferry operators and terminal users that the terminal is now cleared for full operations.
“This is to inform all ferry operators and terminal users that the Ikorodu Ferry Terminal will reopen for passenger ferry operations with effect from Monday, 19 January 2026.
“Following the successful clearance of the waterway, completion of safety assessments, and consultations with the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), the terminal is now cleared for full operations.
“All operators are hereby directed to resume normal services in line with their approved schedules and ensure full compliance with all existing safety and operational requirements.”
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