By Sunday Ameh
The Lagos State Government has announced the temporary closure of all private and commercial jetties and terminals along the Five Cowries Creek for the upcoming E1 Championship — the world’s first all-electric powerboat racing tournament.
In a statement on Monday, the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) said the closure will run from Friday, October 3, to Sunday, October 5, 2025, to ensure safety and smooth event operations.
According to the agency, there will be a partial closure from Falomo Bridge to Oriental Hotel between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 2, while on Friday, October 3, there will be a total closure from Oriental Hotel to Mekwen Bridge between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
It added that on Saturday, October 4, and Sunday, October 5, there will also be a total closure from Falomo Bridge to Oriental Hotel between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. daily.
LASWA explained that the temporary restriction is to facilitate the successful hosting of the championship, which will take place along the Five Cowries Creek during the period.
“The waterways restriction is a vital safety and security measure to ensure seamless event operations, safeguard lives, and project Lagos as a world-class destination for international sporting events,” the statement read.
The E1 Championship, founded by Alejandro Agag, creator of Formula E and Extreme E, alongside former Formula 1 engineer Rodi Basso, is designed to revolutionise water sports through advanced technology and sustainability.
The event features high-speed electric RaceBird boats that “fly” above water using hydrofoil technology, drastically reducing drag and emissions.
Structured as a city-to-city series, the tournament has previously been staged in Jeddah, Monaco, and Venice. Lagos is now set to become the first African city to host the event.
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