The Federal Controller of Works for Lagos State, Olukorede Kesha, issued an appeal to drivers to utilize alternative routes in order to avert traffic congestion.
This comes as extensive repairs are set to kick off on the Adekunle exit of the Third Mainland Bridge on Monday.
Kesha made this plea during a World Press Conference held on Sunday, where she provided crucial information about the upcoming maintenance on the 11.8 km Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos.
She specified that the repair work would commence on Monday and the Adekunle exit ramp would be closed to traffic starting from 9:00 a.m. for a two-week rehabilitation period.
Following this, the repair efforts would shift to other areas of the bridge.
Kesha emphasized that the Adekunle section of the Third Mainland Bridge consists of four ramps, all converging at a particular point, and assured that the repair work on all these ramps would be completed within five weeks.
To guide motorists through this period, Kesha emphasized the importance of raising awareness about the impending closure of the Third Mainland Bridge.
She reassured that the main span of the bridge would remain open for use, except for those intending to access Adekunle from the bridge.
In her words, “We are here to sensitize Lagosians on the forthcoming closure of Third Mainland Bridge tomorrow, Nov. 6. At 9:00 a.m., the two access ramps to Adekunle will be closed to traffic.
This means that if you are coming from Iyana Oworo, you can proceed without any hindrance. If you are heading to Lagos Island, the road remains open for you.
However, if you plan to reach Adekunle from Iyana Oworo, that won’t be possible during this period.
Motorists approaching from Lagos-Ibadan Expressway/Toll Gate/Ogudu axis in the direction of Lagos Island will not have access to Adekunle/Ebute-Metta via the Third Mainland Bridge.”
Kesha strongly advised motorists to explore alternative routes such as the Carter Bridge, Gbagada, Ikorodu Road, Ojota, and Funsho Williams Avenue to circumvent congestion on the Third Mainland Bridge.
She assured commuters of the presence of prominent signage, billboards, and on-site traffic officials to facilitate a smooth flow of traffic.
Kesha also urged motorists to exercise patience and adhere to traffic rules and instructions from officials during the repair period.
