The new card will be introduced in all five divisions of the state, according to Mrs. Ibilola Kasunmu, general manager of the Lagos States Residents Registration Agency, who made the announcement on Tuesday.

The smartcard can be used by owners as a payment card for services from a variety of vendors, such as buses, ferries, and supermarkets in the state, Kasunmu noted.

She said, “The new LAG ID card will be launched on Wednesday, July 20 by the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the Police College, Ikeja GRA and it will be launched simultaneously, across the five divisions of the State: Ikeja, Badagry, Ikorodu, Lagos Island and Epe. One of the key highlights of the day would include a live demonstration of the smart card, its benefits as well as the unveiling by Mr. Governor.

“The new card is embedded with more features and functionalities to offer the card holders wider and faster access to services provided by the Lagos state government.”

Kasumu also urged residents who registered before 2018 to update their records before they will be given the new LAG ID card.