The Federal Government has announced the temporary closure of Eko Bridge in Lagos and its connecting ramps for a period of eight weeks, to enable the government to carry out essential asphalt resurfacing.
In a statement issued yesterday, Friday September 20, by Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, said the Federal Ministry of Works is set to begin a crucial resurfacing project on the Eko Bridge and its ramps starting from 7:00 a.m. on Friday, September 20 to November 20, 2024.
The aim of this project is to enhance road safety and improve the driving experience for motorists by addressing the wear and tear on the bridge’s asphalt surface, Mrs. explained in her statement.
The repairs will involve milling off the existing asphalt and laying new asphalt to provide a smoother and safer driving surface.
While some sections of the bridge will be fully closed to traffic during this period, other sections will experience partial closures.
This phased closure is necessary to allow for the comprehensive work required to rehabilitate the bridge’s surface.
Mrs. Kesha emphasized that detours and alternative routes will be put in place to manage traffic flow during the closure.
She advised motorists heading to Lagos Island from Funsho Williams Avenue to use the service lane at Alaka, which will connect them to Costain and provide access to the Eko Bridge.
For those traveling to the Island, drivers can also access Costain and connect to the Eko Bridge, leading them to Apongbon.
For motorists coming from Apongbon towards the Eko Bridge, they are advised to link up with Costain to access Funsho Williams Avenue.
Likewise, those heading from Costain towards Alaka or Funsho Williams Avenue can pass through Apapa Road from Costain, connect to Oyingbo, and access Adekunle, from where they can link up with the Third Mainland Bridge.
She further explained that those traveling from Surulere should use Costain to connect Breweries, then proceed towards Abebe Village to reach Eric Moore and Bode Thomas.
Mrs. Kesha urged both residents and businesses located in the areas affected by the bridge closure to plan their journeys ahead of time to minimize disruptions.
She reassured the public that appropriate signage and traffic control measures would be implemented to guide drivers and pedestrians throughout the construction period.
The Federal Controller of Works apologized for any inconvenience caused by the temporary closure, expressing gratitude to the public for their patience and cooperation as the ministry continues its efforts to improve Nigeria’s infrastructure.
