The Lagos State Government has officially released a comprehensive traffic diversion plan in preparation for the long-awaited rehabilitation of the Ogudu/Ifako Bridge.
The crucial infrastructure project, which was initially delayed, is now set to commence on Saturday, June 28, 2025, and will run until Wednesday, October 15, 2025—a total of 110 days.
According to the statement issued by the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the rehabilitation work will be executed in eight (8) phases, and will involve partial lane closures affecting both directions of the bridge. Only 50 meters before and after the active repair zones will be closed at any point in time, allowing for continued but limited vehicle movement.
- Phases 1 to 4 will focus on the Ogudu/Ifako Bridge inbound Alapere. This stage of the repair will take place from Saturday, June 28 to Saturday, August 16, 2025 (spanning 50 days).
- Phases 5 to 8 will cover the inbound Oworonshoki section of the bridge. This segment of the repairs will run from Saturday, August 16 to Sunday, October 5, 2025 (51 days).
The repair work is essential for the structural integrity and safety of the bridge and is expected to improve traffic flow once completed.
To reduce the anticipated traffic congestion and inconvenience to motorists during the partial closures, the Lagos State Government has provided alternative routes that commuters are encouraged to use throughout the construction period.
- Motorists coming from Iyana Oworo are advised to pass through Gbagada, then connect Anthony to reach Ikorodu Road, from where they can proceed freely to their destinations.
- Motorists approaching from Eko Bridge should take the route through Funsho Williams Avenue, which links directly to Ikorodu Road.
In each of the phases, one lane will remain open near the designated repair area to ensure that traffic is not entirely halted.
Commissioner Osiyemi emphasized that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) will deploy personnel to key locations around the construction zone to manage the traffic flow and minimize disruptions. He appealed for the cooperation and understanding of road users, assuring them that the state government is committed to completing the work within schedule.
“We urge all motorists to adhere strictly to traffic diversions and obey traffic officers stationed on-site,” Osiyemi said, adding that the project, while temporarily inconvenient, will result in long-term benefits for Lagosians.