- The Independence bridge was closed and intended for planned maintenance and rehabilitation
- The Closure was greeted with public outcry due to resulting gridlock and inconvenience
- Yesterday’s traffic congestion led to significant delays for commuters, with some spending hours on the road and arriving home as late as 3 AM
Senator David Umahi, Minister of Works, has instructed the immediate reopening of Lagos’ Independence Bridge to vehicular traffic.
Eko Hot Blog had earlier reported the initial closure, intended for planned maintenance and rehabilitation, was met with public outcry due to resulting gridlock and inconvenience.
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Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, expressed regret for the disruption and appealed for public understanding.
The Federal Ministry of Works has clarified that necessary repairs will be conducted at a later date, with the decision to reopen the bridge in response to commuter feedback.
Yesterday’s traffic congestion led to significant delays for commuters, with some spending hours on the road and arriving home as late as 3 AM.
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