Alebiosu Shares How Lagos Is Transforming Waterfronts Ahead Of Detty December

Dayo D’Bush Alebiosu, Lagos State Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, says the state is entering Detty December with a renewed commitment to deliver world-class tourism experiences across its coastal corridors.

Speaking as a panelist at the Tourism and Hospitality Stakeholders Summit hosted by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture at the Lagos Continental Hotel, he outlined how Lagos is reshaping its waterfronts to meet global standards and boost visitor appeal this festive season.

According to the popular name in grassroots politics, Lagos is building with purpose and precision.

“Our mandate is clear: create waterfront infrastructure that matches global standards and positions Lagos as a truly competitive coastal city,” he said.

The Commissioner explained that the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development has accelerated ongoing projects designed to modernize the state’s coastal assets—from reclamation practices that follow strict engineering integrity to water-oriented architecture that elevates the city’s aesthetics.

The team player added that the government is upgrading jetties to include concrete pontoons and improved access systems to support efficient marine transportation and enhance the tourism experience.

He highlighted signature projects such as the proposed Wole Olateju Boardwalk, a leisure-driven corridor envisioned to become a major attraction, and the redesigned Bariga Jetty, which is being transformed into a modern fish market and community hub.

The friend-of-many said collaboration remains central to their progress. “We are working closely with LAGFERRY and the Ministry of Transportation to ensure our jetties are not just beautiful, but strategically located and fully functional,” he said.

Alebiosu noted that the goal is to make Lagos a marine tourism destination that competes with global coastal cities. Tourism, he said, is ultimately about experience, and Lagos—with its expansive coastline and vibrant waterfront communities—must innovate intentionally to deliver cleaner, more engaging, and more sustainable spaces.

With December approaching, he assured that Lagosians will begin to feel the impact of these upgrades, noting improvements in cleanliness, accessibility, and overall ambience across the waterfront.

D’Bush added that the changes reflect the broader vision of a Greater Lagos that welcomes the world and positions itself as a rising destination in Africa’s tourism landscape.