Lagos Ferry Terminal Opens After Clearing Water Pathways

Terminal was closed on Monday, 20 October 2025.

After almost three months of closure, the Lagos State Government has announced the reopening of the Ikorodu Ferry Terminal, having successfully completed clearance of the waterways from Water Hyacinth

In a public notice over the weekend, the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) informed all ferry operators and terminal users that the Ikorodu Ferry Terminal will reopen for passenger ferry operations with effect from Monday, 19 January 2026.

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.

“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,” LASWA stated.

“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.