By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria
The Lagos State Government has announced traffic diversions across key parts of the state for the commissioning of infrastructure projects scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday.
The Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said the temporary closures are necessary to ensure safety and the smooth conduct of the events.
“All motorists transiting this corridor during the specified hours should seek alternative routes to avoid congestion and ensure timely arrival at their destinations.”
The government said the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge will be commissioned on Wednesday, April 8, between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., affecting traffic in Opebi-Allen, Ikeja, and Ojota areas.
It added that on Thursday, April 9, the commissioning of the Tolu Schools Complex will affect traffic in Olodi Apapa and Ajegunle areas, with motorists advised to plan alternative routes and allow additional travel time.
Later in the day, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., another event will be held at Eko Hotel and within Victoria Island, with motorists advised to avoid the corridor or expect delays.
The government said officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority and other traffic enforcement agencies will be deployed to manage traffic and assist road users during the period.
It urged residents to cooperate with traffic officials and comply with directives to ensure smooth veh
icular movement.
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