The Lagos State Authorities has mentioned the Third Mainland Bridge might be closed on Tuesday, January 9 for repairs.
The PONS reported that the bridge, which was closed to visitors in November 2023, was reopened on December 21 to ease visitors over the Christmas interval.
The state Commissioner for Transport, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, in a press release, mentioned the closure was to permit for the restore work of the Federal Ministry of Works on some elements of the bridge.
He mentioned the Iyana Oworonshoki-Adeniji Adele part could be closed as a consequence of efficient repairs of all the part of the bridge.
“The closure is a part of the continuing works that began in November 2023, specializing in repairing the ramps, and now the remaining elements of the bridge may even be repaired,” he said.
Osiyemi mentioned preparations have been made to ease the burden of commuting.
He mentioned the bridge could be open from 12 midday to 12 midday for incoming island vacationers whereas these planning to journey from the island to the mainland are suggested to make use of the Eko Bridge.
“Conversely, motorists will be capable to entry the bridge from the island to the mainland from 12pm to 12pm, whereas motorists from the mainland heading in the direction of the island must use the Eko Bridge.
“These instances have been chosen to match the visitors movement throughout the peak interval and to cut back journey stress.
“Please cooperate with our visitors management officers who will help. Thanks on your traditional understanding and cooperation. Allow us to work collectively to maintain our roads protected,” he mentioned.
All rights reserved. This materials and different digital content material on this web site might not be reproduced, printed, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed, in entire or partially, with out the prior specific written permission of PUNCH.
Contact: [email protected]
