Abstract
In Lagos state, the relationship between urbanization and motorization is unbalanced because the present transportation interventions of the state do not commensurate with her growing population and migration rate. However, the state cannot be said to be totally insensitive to these challenges as witnessed in her renewed effort by providing suitable public transportation system with a dedicated lane and the expansion of other modes of transport such as rail and inland water transport. Through content analysis, this research examined the present situation of Lagos state public transport system with her prevailing population size, sustainable urban mobility approach and the future of public transport in Lagos State in line with global practices. The study reviewed the Lagos state non-motorized transport policy and the impact thus far. It was revealed that unless certain strategic decisions and policies are made, the state will continue to experience the current traffic congestion on her roads as well as increased vehicular pollution and waste of resources. Also, for Lagos state to attain her acclaimed position of a 21st century economy, she must as a matter of policy initiate and implement interventions that align with the principle of urban mobility where cycling, walking, high capacity buses operation is effectively operational and open up of other modes of transportation in the state. It was further recommended that the Lagos state government should take a bold step as recently done in the restriction of motorcycles and tricycles operation on certain routes within the state, hence, initiating interventions that will best enhance public transportation, improve habitable environment and safety of lives and properties in the state.
Highlights
Urban mobility planning is a focus on people, not vehicles
Lagos State being the 5th largest city in Africa with an estimated population of about 20 million people but a significant number of this population are lost to road crashes and resources are wasted as a result of the present transportation system where intra-city movement are marred by consistent congestions
Ajala (2018) stated that the demand for transportation has not been met with supply, rather traffic congestion, pollution and social inequalities are the reflection of the city mobility
Summary
Urban mobility planning is a focus on people, not vehicles. Lagos State being the 5th largest city in Africa with an estimated population of about 20 million people but a significant number of this population are lost to road crashes and resources are wasted as a result of the present transportation system where intra-city movement are marred by consistent congestions. Ajala (2018) stated that the demand for transportation has not been met with supply, rather traffic congestion, pollution and social inequalities are the reflection of the city mobility. Nijkamp et al (n.d) defined sustainable transport as an acceptable level of social cost with the mobility of goods and people. Increase in fatality rate as a result of accident or congestion which has huge effect on economic activities are categorized as the element of social cost. Urgent steps are required to ensure more equitable allocation of road spaces by incorporating a purpose driven road design with a strong focus on walking, cycling, efficient public transport planning, design management, financing transport projects and implementation
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