Korede Abdullah in Lagos
The Lagos State Government has announced a 15-month traffic diversion at Mile 2 to facilitate the construction of a new Transport Interchange Terminal.
Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, made the announcement in a statement on Sunday, informing motorists of alternative routes to navigate the area.
According to Osiyemi, motorists heading to Oshodi from Apapa will have uninterrupted traffic flow, and vice versa. However, those traveling to Badagry from Apapa will need to take a detour via Apapa-Oshodi Expressway, Akinwande Road, and Coker to access the Lagos-Badagry Expressway.
Similarly, motorists heading to Lagos from Badagry will have uninterrupted traffic flow, while those bound for Apapa will be diverted through Durban Road, Amuwo Odofin Estate, and Apapa-Oshodi Expressway. Osiyemi assured that diversion routes have been clearly marked with signs to guide motorists.
Motorists heading to Badagry from Apapa will continue their journey on Apapa – Oshodi Expressway and take a turn into Akinwande Road to link Coker and access Lagos – Badagry Express Way to continue their journeys.
“Motorists heading to Lagos from Badagry will also have a through traffic and vice versa.
“Motorists heading to Badagry from Apapa will continue their journey on Apapa – Oshodi Expressway and take a turn into Akinwande Road to link Coker and access Lagos – Badagry Express Way to continue their journeys.
“Motorists heading to Lagos from Badagry will also have a through traffic and vice versa.
“Motorists heading to Apapa will be diverted into Durban Road to link Amuwo Odofin Estate and connect Apapa-Oshodi Express Way to continue their journeys,” he said
To minimize disruptions, officers from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority will be deployed along the affected routes to oversee traffic flow.
Osiyemi urged motorists to cooperate with the traffic management interventions, emphasizing that the closure is essential for the successful completion of the Transport Interchange Terminal project.
The project, undertaken by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority, aims to enhance transportation infrastructure in the state. Motorists are advised to exercise patience and follow designated alternative routes during the 15-month construction period.
