Water hyacinth: Ikorodu Ferry Terminal reopens
CITIZENS COMPASS— The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) on Friday, announced the reopening of Ikorodu Ferry Terminal in Ipakodo area for passengers’ use effective Monday, January 19, 2026.
LASWA management made the announcement in a statement posted on its official social media platforms.
According to the statement: 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.
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.
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.



