See Alternative Route As Lagos Government Announces Closure Of Popular Bridge

Lagos State Government has announced a temporary traffic diversion on the Ojuelegba Flyover Bridge scheduled for Saturday, October 5, and Sunday, October 6, 2024.

The closure will facilitate the installation of a truck barrier on the flyover by the Fire Station, according to a statement released by the state government on Thursday.

The diversion will be in effect from 10:00 PM on Saturday to 5:00 AM on Sunday.

During this time, motorists traveling from Eko Bridge, Costain, and Iponri towards Ojuelegba are advised to utilize the Service Lane from the National Stadium gate to the Barracks to reach their desired destinations.

“Consequently, Motorists are advised to use the diversion route below during the nighttime installation of the barriers;
Motorists from Eko Bridge, Costain, and Iponri inbound Ojuelegba are advised to use the Service Lane from the National Stadium gate to link Barracks to access their desired destinations,” the statement reads in part.

Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the transportation commissioner, emphasized that the brief closure is a strategic measure to improve traffic management and prevent future accidents.

He urged motorists to exercise patience and cooperate during this temporary inconvenience.