The Lagos State Government has announced temporary road closures in parts of the state to facilitate the commissioning of key infrastructure projects scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, explained that the measure is aimed at ensuring safety and smooth coordination of the events.
He urged motorists to make necessary travel adjustments and avoid affected routes during the specified periods to reduce congestion.
The statement noted that the commissioning of the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge will take place on Wednesday, April 8, between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., impacting movement around Opebi-Allen, Ikeja, and Ojota.
“All motorists transiting this corridor during the specified hours should seek alternative routes to avoid congestion and ensure timely arrival at their destinations,” the statement said.
On Thursday, April 9, two separate commissioning activities are planned between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. The first, involving the Tolu Schools Complex, will affect traffic around Olodi Apapa and Ajegunle.
Motorists in those areas have been advised to consider alternative routes and allow extra time for their journeys.
A later event scheduled between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at Eko Hotel and within Victoria Island is also expected to cause traffic delays, with drivers advised to avoid the area where possible.
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The government added that personnel from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and other traffic agencies will be on ground to manage vehicular movement and assist commuters.
Osiyemi also called on residents to cooperate with traffic officials and adhere to all directives to ensure smooth traffic flow during the events.