The Lagos State Government has announced plans for the commencement of repairs on the Third Mainland Bridge, a crucial infrastructure connecting Lagos Island to the Mainland. This decision comes as part of the ongoing maintenance efforts initiated by the Federal Ministry of Works, focusing on fixing the ramps that began in November 2023.
The upcoming repairs will entail the partial closure of the Iyana Oworonshoki-Adeniji Adele section of the bridge, allowing for the effective restoration of the entire structure.
Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, emphasized that the closure is a strategic measure to facilitate the comprehensive repair of the remaining parts of the bridge, marking the continuation of the maintenance project that began last year. To mitigate the impact on commuters, the closure will be implemented in phases, with specific time allocations for Mainland-Inbound Island travels and vice versa.
From 12 am to 12 noon, the bridge will be open for Mainland-Inbound Island travels, while from 12 noon to midnight, the reverse will be in effect. These timings are tailored to match peak traffic periods, aiming to reduce travel stress.
The decision to proceed with the repairs follows the Federal Government's earlier announcement of the planned closure of a section of the Third Mainland Bridge in two phases, each lasting six weeks.
The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, outlined that the first phase of the closure would affect the Lagos Island-bound carriageway starting from 11 am on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. The second phase will then shift to the Adeniji-Adele-Iyana Oworosonki end of the bridge for another six weeks after the completion of the first section.
Motorists are advised to comply with traffic rules, utilize alternative routes, and cooperate with traffic management officials during this repair period. The comprehensive rehabilitation aims to address the wear and tear on the 11.8 km Third Mainland Bridge, a critical artery for transportation in Lagos.
Source Vanguard Newspaper.
