The Lagos State Government has barred articulated and heavy duty trucks from using the bridge throughout the ongoing repair work on Eko Bridge
The Federal Government had earlier announced the commencement of comprehensive repair works on the bridge, commencing from Saturday March 5, 2022.
A statement by Dr. Frederic Oladeinde, Commissioner for Transportation, Lagos State, explained that stopping of the articulated and heavy duty trucks on the bridge was necessary following the nature of the repair works.
He said such vehicles would be diverted to Costain Roundabout to access their desired destinations, while smaller vehicles inbound Apongbon from Alaka can still utilise the bridge during the course of the repair works.
He disclosed that the diversion point is on the Apongbon bound lane of the bridge,adding that traffic guides would also be mounted along the affected routes to help motorists navigate the axis during the construction.
He hinted that the State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) would be on ground to coordinate movement.
