Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi. Photo credit: Web
The Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion plan ahead of the temporary closure of Iddo Bridge in the Ijora area of Apapa Local Government Area, as rehabilitation works continue on the facility.
The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by the Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi.
The government said the Federal Ministry of Works will carry out the installation of heavy steel bridge beams as part of the ongoing rehabilitation and reconstruction of the bridge.
It stated that the operation would require a temporary closure of the bridge at scheduled periods to ensure safety during the installation process.
According to the statement, “The entire section of Iddo Bridge will be temporarily closed to vehicular movement during the periods stated above to ensure the safe installation of the steel beams on the bridge.”
The operation is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., and Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Motorists have been advised to use alternative routes during the closure periods.
Related News Lagos waste crisis: Why palliatives won’t work
Police to begin crackdown on vehicles without clear number plates in Lagos
Lagos issues traffic diversion notice for road construction works
The statement read: “Motorists travelling from Oyingbo/Yaba to Ijora Olopa, Apapa and Costain should use Funsho Williams Avenue to continue their journeys.”
It added that “Motorists travelling from Marina to Ijora Olopa, Apapa and Costain should descend the ramp to access Iddo-Onigbe to connect Oyingbo, and continue their journeys via Murtala Muhammed Way.”
For those moving from Ijora Olopa/Apapa towards Carter Bridge or Marina, the government said “Motorists travelling from Ijora Olopa/Apapa towards Carter Bridge/Marina should use Eko Bridge by connecting Apapa Road to continue their journeys through Murtala Muhammed Way via Iddo-Onigbe and Carter Bridge.”
The government urged commuters to remain patient during the period of disruption.
The statement further advised that “motorists are implored to be patient and cooperate with the traffic management officials during the temporary closure.”
It explained that the exercise forms part of broader traffic management measures supporting ongoing bridge rehabilitation works by the Federal Ministry of Works in Lagos.
Read the full article at The Punch →📄Source document: Statement by Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi
3 reports
The PunchIndependentCenter5 days agoThe Lagos State Government has announced the temporary closure of Iddo Bridge in the Ijora area of Apapa Local Government Area for scheduled periods to allow the installation of heavy steel bridge beams as part of ongoing rehabilitation work. The closures are set for June 17, 2026, and June 21, 2026, with motorists advised to use alternative routes during these times.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on infrastructure maintenance and public transportation adjustments without taking a stance or using biased language. It provides factual information about the closure schedule and reasons for it, without emphasizing any particular political viewpoint.
Official sources cited
- government Statement by Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi
Vanguard NigeriaIndependentCenter5 days agoThe Lagos State Government has announced a temporary closure of the Iddo Bridge in Ijora, Apapa Local Government Area, due to ongoing rehabilitation and reconstruction work. The closure is scheduled for two specific time frames to allow for the installation of heavy steel bridge beams. The State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, provided details regarding the closure and advised motorists to use alternative routes.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about infrastructure maintenance without any apparent ideological framing or biased language. It reports on an official announcement with no indication of favoritism toward any political group or agenda.
Official sources cited
- government Statement by the State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi
Premium Times NigeriaIndependentCenter5 days agoLagos authorities have announced the temporary closure of the Iddo Bridge to facilitate the installation of heavy steel bridge beams as part of ongoing rehabilitation and reconstruction work. The State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, provided details about the closure schedule, which includes two phases: one from 10:00 p.m. on Wednesday, 17 June, to 5:00 a.m. on Thursday, 18 June, and another from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, 21 June. Motorists were advised to use alternative routes during these periods.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information regarding infrastructure maintenance without any apparent ideological framing or biased language. It focuses on logistical details and does not present any political commentary or favoritism toward specific groups or policies.
Official sources cited
- government Statement by Oluwaseun Osiyemi, State Commissioner for Transportation
NG