The Federal Government has announced the closure of the Independence Bridge (Marina bound) starting April 1, 2024, for essential maintenance and rehabilitation work. The closure is expected to last until the end of May 2025.
Mrs Olukorede Kesha, the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Monday.
The closure will specifically affect traffic traveling from Ahmadu Bello Way and Adeola Odeku towards Marina, Eko Bridge, and Onikan by Zone 2.
Motorists are advised to plan their routes accordingly and use alternative roads to avoid heavy traffic congestion during the maintenance period.
“We understand the inconvenience this may cause, and we apologise for the disruption, We ask for the public’s understanding and cooperation as we work to ensure the safety and stability of the road infrastructure,” Kesha said.
The government assured the public that efforts would be made to complete the repair works as efficiently as possible, and urged drivers to adhere to the traffic management plan in place.
