The Federal Controller of Works, Lagos State, Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, has announced the closure of the Island-bound lane of the Alaka-Costain-Iganmu section of Eko Bridge for 40 days.
The closure is set to commence on Sunday due to the urgent need for rehabilitation of some bridge components that have been damaged.
The decision to close the lane was made in collaboration with the Lagos State Government to prevent any compromise to the bridge’s integrity and structural stability, which could pose risks to users.
Mrs. Kesha emphasized the importance of prompt repairs and replacements to ensure the safety of the entire bridge.
During the opening of the Apongbon section of the bridge, Mrs. Kesha and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu had already announced that intermittent closures would be necessary as maintenance work progressed.
The closure will allow the contractor, Messrs Buildwell Plants and Equipment Industries Ltd., to carry out essential repairs and restore the bridge’s integrity within the designated timeframe.
While the service lane leading to Iponri will remain open, alternative routes have been provided for motorists traveling from Western Avenue and its surroundings.
Motorists are advised to cooperate with the Traffic-Management Team deployed on the highway to ensure smooth traffic management during the closure.
Mrs. Kesha expressed her gratitude to the public for their understanding and cooperation during this vital repair process.