Lagos State Government has unveiled a comprehensive plan for palliative works on the heavily frequented Third Mainland Bridge.
Teaming up with the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, this initiative aims to address the deteriorated sections of the bridge.
According to a statement from the state Ministry of Transportation, Permanent Secretary Abdulhafiz Toriola revealed that the repair operations are scheduled for two consecutive Sundays, specifically on September 17th and 24th.
These repairs will be conducted from 7 am to 7 pm on both days.
To minimize disruption for commuters, alternative routes have been established. Motorists heading from the Alapere/Ogudu area of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway towards Lagos Island will be rerouted towards the Gbagada-Oshodi Expressway.
This detour will lead them to Ikorodu Road/Funsho Williams Avenue, granting access to Eko Bridge and Lagos Island.
Likewise, those traveling from Lagos Mainland via Herbert Macaulay Road (Adekunle axis) en route to Lagos Island via the Third Mainland Bridge will be directed toward Murtala Muhammed Way. This route will guide them to Carter Bridge, providing a link to Lagos Island.
This proactive approach underscores the commitment of Lagos State Government and the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing to ensuring the safety and functionality of critical infrastructure like the Third Mainland Bridge.