Again, FG To Shut Down Third Mainland Bridge For 5-Week Repair

The Federal Government on Wednesday said that it had perfected plans to close a section of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos for five weeks comprehensive repairs. A statement by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, said that the repairs would start from Monday, November 6, 2023. “The Federal Government through the Federal Ministry of Works wish to inform the motoring public that it has perfected plans to carry out comprehensive repairs of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos. “In view of the above, the motoring public are hereby notified that the repair works will begin with the ramps connecting Oworonshoki to Adekunle and Lagos-Island (Adeniji Adele) to Adekunle simultaneously. “Consequently, the two ramps mentioned above will be closed to traffic by 7.00am on Monday, November 6, 2023 for five weeks. “Motorists are, therefore, advised to cooperate with the traffic management officials by obeying and observing all diversions as directed. They are encouraged to use the alternative routes as attached,” she said. The controller in a traffic advisory urged motorists to comply with traffic rules, adding that traffic officers would be deployed at all diversion routes for effective monitoring, management and control. Kesha said tow trucks and vehicles would also be deployed for prompt removal of distressed vehicles and trucks. She attached a traffic management plan for seamless movement during the emergency repairs of the Third Mainland Bridge. Motorists coming from Iyana-Oworo on the Mainland and going to Adekunle were advised to avoid the Third Mainland and use alternative routes. Likewise, the ones coming from the Island on the Adeniji side going to Adekunle should use alternative routes because there will not be access to Adekunle.

Third Mainland Bridge To Undergo Repairs As FG Announces Temporary Closure

The Federal Government has announced a temporary closure of the Third Mainland Bridge from Saturday, October 21, 2023, to Sunday, October 22, 2023, for essential repairs. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes during this period. Engr. O. I. Kesha, the Federal Controller of Works, Lagos, disclosed this information, acknowledging the concerns raised by motorists about the deteriorating condition of the 11.8km-long bridge. The Third Mainland Bridge, one of the busiest in Nigeria, connects Victoria Island to mainland Lagos and has undergone multiple repair projects in recent years. In response to these concerns, the government said it is currently developing comprehensive repair plans for the Third Mainland Bridge. As an interim measure to address critical sections in need of repair, palliative works will be conducted along the Adeniji-bound carriageway on Sunday, October 22, 2023, in preparation for the comprehensive repairs. To minimize inconvenience during the repair process, motorists are urged to follow diversions as directed by traffic management officials. Additionally, motorists are encouraged to explore alternative routes during the temporary closure of the Adeniji-bound section of the bridge from Saturday, October 21, 2023, until Sunday, October 22, 2023, at midnight.