The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has revealed an expanded service schedule for the Lagos Rail Mass Transit Blue Line ahead of The Experience 2025.
The Experience Lagos, held every first Friday in December, is an annual all-night gospel music gathering hosted in Lagos, Nigeria. Established in 2006 by Pastor Paul Adefarasin of House on the Rock Church, the event has become one of Africa’s most prominent gospel concerts, drawing major local and international artists.
The agency confirmed that the LRMT Blue Line will run later than usual on Friday. The adjustment was approved to handle the expected increase in passenger movement before and after the event, according to a statement issued by its Head of Corporate Communication, Kolawole Ojelabi.
According to the statement, “The LRMT Blue Line will run longer hours on Friday, December 5, 2025, till 11.43 pm beyond its operational closing time of 9.30 pm.”
It also noted that services will begin earlier on Saturday to support early travel and facilitate post-event transportation. “On Saturday, December 6, 2025, operation will commence at 4:00 am, running through 9:30 pm,” it stated.
LAMATA added that the LRMT Red Line will be operational for commuters on Friday and will follow its regular timetable. “The LRMT Red Line will also operate on Friday, December 5, maintaining its exact schedule of (6:00 am – 10:00 am) and PM Peak (5:20 pm – 8:40 pm),” the statement explained, highlighting that the Red Line does not run on Saturdays.
The agency further mentioned that normal service schedules for both lines will resume on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Residents were reminded that both the Red and Blue Line services remain open to all users. “Commuters must use their Cowry Cards for access and are encouraged to plan, follow station guidance, and cooperate with officials to ensure a smooth and safe travel experience throughout the event weekend,” the statement added.
Passengers heading to The Experience 2025 were encouraged to maximise the extended hours for seamless movement across Lagos Island.