NIGERIA: Roads to Osun Flyover Close Ahead of Adeleke Project Commissioning

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria

The Osun State Government has announced a temporary closure of all roads leading to the newly constructed Lameco Flyover Bridge in Osogbo ahead of the official commissioning of major infrastructure projects by Governor Ademola Adeleke.

The closure will take effect before 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, 1 July 2026, to ensure public safety and facilitate the smooth conduct of the commissioning ceremony, which will be headlined by the inauguration of the five-span Lameco Overhead Bridge.

In a public announcement, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, Engineer Bashir Bello, said the measure was necessary to maintain order during the event.

Bello said, “This temporary road closure is to ensure orderliness, public safety, and smooth coordination during the official commissioning ceremony of landmark projects executed by Governor Ademola Adeleke, with the event headlined by the commissioning of the five-span Lameco Overhead Bridge.”

The government advised motorists, commuters, transport operators and other road users to plan their journeys in advance and use alternative routes throughout the duration of the ceremony.

Security agencies and traffic management officials will be deployed to manage traffic and maintain public order.

The government also appealed for public cooperation.

Bello said, “The government appreciates the understanding, patience, and cooperation of members of the public as Osun State continues to advance infrastructure development for the benefit of all.”