The Federal Government has announced the closure of the Independence Bridge (Marina bound) from April 1 for essential maintenance and rehabilitation works.
The Federal Controller of Works, Lagos, Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, disclosed this in a statement on Monday in Lagos.
She said the bridge would remain closed till the end of May.
According to her, the closure will affect traffic from Ahmadu Bello Way and Adeola Odeku towards Marina, Eko Bridge, and Onikan by Zone 2.
Kesha advised motorists to plan their journeys accordingly and use alternative routes to avoid traffic congestion during the repair period.
She apologised for any inconvenience the closure might cause and thanked the public for their understanding and cooperation as the government worked to ensure the safety and stability of road infrastructure in the state.
© Ripples Nigeria
