Korede Abdullah in Lagos
The Lagos State Government has announced a temporary traffic diversion to facilitate the installation of truck barriers at the Ojuelegba Flyover Bridge by the Fire Station.
The diversion will take place from 10:00 pm on Saturday, October 26, to 5:00 am on Sunday, October 27, 2024. This follows recent damage to the barriers and is part of the government’s efforts to enhance road safety and prevent accidents.
According to Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, motorists traveling from Eko Bridge, Constain, and Iponri toward Ojuelegba are advised to use the service lane from the National Stadium gate to connect to Barracks for access to their destinations.
The commissioner urged motorists to cooperate with authorities to prevent unnecessary delays during the installation period.
The Afropolis Dance Event, scheduled to hold from October 26 to November 3, 2024, will also affect traffic flow, with a full road closure planned for J.K. Randle Road, Onikan, between Lagos City Mall and National Museum before Onikan Roundabout.
Motorists are advised to use alternative routes to minimize disruptions.
The recommended routes to use during the closure of the road include the following:
From Awolowo Road to Tafawa Balewa Square: Turn left at Onikan Roundabout, connect to King George V Road, and exit through Marina to reach Force Road and Tafawa Balewa Road.
From Outer Marina to Awolowo Road: Take a left into Force Road, link to Tafawa Balewa Road, and follow Old Defence Road to Tafawa Balewa Square, Macarthy Street, and Onikan Road.
From Third Mainland Bridge/Ring Road to Awolowo Road: Merge into Force Road, connect to Tafawa Balewa Road, and follow Old Defence Road to reach Onikan and Awolowo Road.
From Awolowo Road to Tafawa Balewa Square: Proceed straight through Onikan Roundabout without diversion.
The Lagos State Government warns that damaging public infrastructure will result in severe consequences and encourages motorists to plan ahead and exercise patience during the temporary closure.
