The federal government has confirmed the closure of the independence bridge (marina-bound) for essential maintenance and rehabilitation works, starting on april 1, 2025. the closure, which will last until the end of may 2025, is aimed at ensuring the safety and stability of the crucial infrastructur
In a statement released on monday, olukorede kesha, the federal controller of works in lagos, explained that the closure would affect traffic traveling from ahmadu bello way and adeola odeku towards marina, eko bridge, and onikan by zone 2. motorists are advised to plan their routes accordingly to avoid traffic disruption
Kesha further emphasized the importance of the rehabilitation works for the long-term sustainability of the bridge. “we are committed to ensuring that the bridge remains safe for use, and these repairs are necessary for its continued stability,” she state
The closure of the bridge is expected to cause significant traffic congestion, and kesha urged drivers to consider using alternative routes during this period. “we understand the challenges this may pose, but it is crucial for the safety of road users,” she sai
The lagos state government has been notified about the temporary closure, and it is expected that measures will be put in place to mitigate the impact on traffic. kesha also thanked the public for their patience and cooperation during the rehabilitation work
While acknowledging the inconvenience caused, kesha reassured the public that the government was working diligently to complete the repairs within the stated timeline. “we apologize for any inconvenience this closure may cause and appreciate the understanding and cooperation of all commuters,” she adde
The rehabilitation of the independence bridge is part of ongoing efforts to improve road infrastructure in lagos, with the goal of ensuring safer and more reliable transportation networks across the city.
