Lagos State Parking Authority has announced plans to introduce paid parking on designated streets across the state, with implementation expected before the end of 2026.
The general manager of the agency, Adebisi Adelabu, disclosed this during a stakeholder engagement with the Chairman of Ikeja Local Government Area, Akeem Dauda, and members of the council’s management team.
The development was confirmed in a statement issued by the Head of Public Affairs at LASPA, Dunkwu Divine.
Adelabu explained that the On-Street Parking Scheme would begin with a pilot phase in selected local government areas, including Ikeja. She noted that the initiative is aimed at improving parking orderliness, reducing traffic congestion and creating employment opportunities for residents.
“The On-Street Parking Scheme will improve parking management, enhance traffic flow and generate employment opportunities, particularly for residents within the selected areas,” she said.
The LASPA boss further clarified that the responsibility for managing parking operations was previously under local government authorities before being transferred to LASPA by the Conference of the 57 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas, LCDA.
She added that councils would benefit from the initiative based on their level of cooperation, urging them to actively support its rollout. Adelabu also emphasised the agency’s willingness to engage stakeholders and incorporate feedback to ensure effective implementation.
In his response, Dauda welcomed the initiative and pledged the council’s backing, while calling for increased public awareness to adequately prepare residents ahead of its commencement.
Authorities say the scheme is part of broader efforts to address persistent traffic congestion and disorderly roadside parking in Lagos, Africa’s commercial hub.
Indiscriminate parking has long been identified as a major factor contributing to gridlock across key commercial areas, including Ikeja, Lagos Island, Surulere and Apapa, where vehicles parked along roads often reduce available lanes, disrupt traffic flow and impact economic productivity.
