ALERT: Lagos diverts traffic on Eko bridge as FG begins repairs

The Lagos state government has announced a six-month diversion plan of vehicular movement on Eko bridge for rehabilitation works.

The rehabilitation of the bridge, which will be executed by the federal government, is expected to commence on Saturday for a period of six months.

Frederic Oladeinde, Lagos commissioner for transportation, in a statement released last Thursday, said the diversion point is on the Apongbon bound lane of the bridge.

Oladeinde added that articulated and heavy duty trucks will be barred from using the Apongbon route owing to the nature of the repair works.

“Therefore, the trucks will be diverted to Costain roundabout to access their desired destinations, while smaller vehicles inbound Apongbon from Alaka can still utilise the bridge during the course of the repair works,” the statement reads.

“He stated further that traffic guides will be mounted along the affected routes to help motorists navigate the axis during the construction, noting that the State Traffic Management Authority will be on ground to coordinate movement.

“While lauding the citizenry for their continued understanding and patience amidst various ongoing road projects within the State, Oladeinde assured that the end result will be beneficial to all stakeholders.”