The Lagos State Government has announced a 110-day partial closure of the Oworonshoki/Third Axial Bridge to allow for emergency repairs, beginning Tuesday, May 6, and ending Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
The project will be executed in eight phases, with works targeting both inbound and outbound sections of the bridge.
Phases 1 to 4, from May 6 to July 14, will focus on inbound traffic heading towards the Third Mainland Bridge. Phases 5 to 8, running from July 15 to September 23, will cover the outbound side leading to the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
Advertisement
Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, explained on Tuesday that motorists heading to Oshodi or Victoria Island via Oworonshoki will face diversions just before the construction zone.
“Motorists travelling towards Oshodi or Victoria Island via Oworonshoki will be diverted approximately 50 metres before the construction zone and will rejoin their original route immediately after passing the affected stretch,” Osiyemi stated.
He advised commuters from the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway to consider alternative routes. “Commuters approaching from the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway are advised to reroute through the Ojota Slip Road, continue onto Ikorodu Road, and access Anthony, where they can make a right turn by the Taxi Park to reach Oshodi.”
“Other alternate routes include using Anthony via Town Planning Way to link Gbagada and proceed via Third Mainland Bridge, or travelling from Mowe and its environs through Ojota and Funsho Williams Avenue to connect Eko Bridge and proceed to Victoria Island.”
“For those coming from Ikeja, a route through Maryland, Funsho Williams Avenue and onward to Outer Marina is advised,” he added.
Osiyemi stressed the importance of the work, saying: “This maintenance is critical to ensure the integrity and safety of the bridge. We appeal to residents and road users to cooperate and be patient throughout the duration of the repairs.”
He concluded by assuring the public: “Officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) will be fully on ground to guide traffic and reduce delays. We are committed to making this process as smooth as possible for all road users.”
