Sanwo-Olu, Ministers, Transport Policymakers, Key Stakeholders, Prepares for GTP Roundtable Forum.

By Stella Okocha 

Global Transport Policy (GTP) Annual Multimodal Roundtable, a high-level forum aimed at shaping the future of Nigeria’s transport system; is set to  converge  transport policymakers, industry leaders, academics, and regional partners in Lagos on June 17, 2026.

The event, which is scheduled to hold at the Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja, will focus on advancing practical solutions to improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability across the nation’s transport networks.

The roundtable forum this year is themed “Transforming Nigeria’s Transport System: Integrating Solutions for Safety, Efficiency, and Sustainability.”

According to the, Chief Operating Officer of Global Transport Policy, Onoruoiza Mark Onuchi, the roundtable will focus on bridging these gaps through integrated planning and stronger institutional frameworks.

“Nigeria’s competitiveness depends on how efficiently we move people and goods,” Onuchi said.

“This roundtable is designed to bring together the public and private sectors to develop coordinated strategies—from bonded multimodal corridors to a National Multimodal Logistics Council—that can unlock safer, greener, and more efficient transport systems.”

Over the past three years, GTP Annual Multimodal Roundtable has grown into a key policy dialogue platform bringing together decision-makers from federal and state governments, industry stakeholders, academia, and regional institutions including the Economic Community of West African States.
Nigeria’s drive to strengthen domestic productivity and expand trade opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area places renewed urgency on improving transport infrastructure and logistics coordination.

GTP notes that while current inefficiencies remain significant, logistics fragmentation in Nigeria pushes distribution costs to between 20 and 30 percent of the value of goods, far above the global benchmark of 8 to 11 percent. In addition, only about 60 percent of communities have access to basic road infrastructure, creating barriers to market access and economic inclusion.

The programme will feature a series of expert panel discussions covering critical areas of sector reform, including strengthening institutions and investments to build a resilient transport workforce, seamless mobility and integrated transport systems, safe and smart mobility, and reimagining transport for a greener future.

A distinguished faculty of government officials, transport veterans, and private-sector leaders will moderate and contribute to the sessions, providing perspectives on policy, technology, and infrastructure development.

The President of Nigeria , Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is expected to attend the event alongside senior federal ministers and heads of key transport agencies who will deliver keynote addresses.

Discussions will also highlight recent policy developments, including the newly approved National Land Transport Policy of Nigeria.

Participants are expected to examine pathways for stronger public-private partnerships, the deployment of Intelligent Transport Systems, and investment in low-carbon mobility solutions such as electric vehicles.
Organisers say the roundtable is expected to produce actionable recommendations and partnerships aimed at accelerating corridor development, streamlining customs and regulatory processes, and ultimately lowering logistics costs for businesses and consumers.

Global Transport Policy has extended invitations to corporate partners, development agencies, transport operators, logistics firms, civil society groups, and the media to participate in the dialogue and help translate policy discussions into measurable outcomes for Lagos and Nigeria as a whole.
For attendance confirmation or media inquiries, contact the Global Transport Policy Media Team via globaltransportpolicyoffic ial@gmail.com or call +2348032321886 / +2347012770085.