Lagos Govt Announces Traffic Diversion Plan as Ogudu/Ifako Bridge Repairs Begin June 28
Eight-phase bridge repairs to last 110 days; partial closures to impact traffic until mid-October
The Lagos State Government has announced a detailed traffic management plan ahead of major repair works on the Ogudu/Ifako Bridge, which will commence on Saturday, June 28, 2025, and span 110 days.
According to the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the long-awaited repairs previously postponed will be carried out in eight carefully sequenced phases across both directions of the bridge, with partial lane closures in each phase.
The infrastructure upgrade, aimed at restoring structural integrity and improving safety, will run until Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
Phase-by-Phase Timeline and Lane Closures
Osiyemi explained that the repairs will be executed as follows:
Phases 1–4 (June 28 – August 16): Focused on the stretch of Ogudu/Ifako Bridge inbound Alapere, lasting 50 days.
Phases 5–8 (August 16 – October 5): Covering inbound Oworonshoki, spanning another 51 days.
Each phase will involve partial lane closures, with only 50 meters before and after the active work zone affected at any time, allowing limited traffic flow around the construction area.
Recommended Alternative Routes
To reduce gridlock during the bridge maintenance, the Lagos State Government has outlined alternative routes for affected motorists:
Phase 1:
Drivers from Iyana Oworo are advised to go through Gbagada to connect Anthony, allowing them to access Ikorodu Road and continue to their destinations.
Phase 2:
Motorists approaching from Eko Bridge should detour via Funsho Williams Avenue to connect to Ikorodu Road.
Authorities noted that one lane will remain open near the work zone to ease vehicular flow.
LASTMA to Manage Traffic
To mitigate congestion and ensure safety, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) will be fully deployed to strategic points along the route throughout the project duration.
Commissioner Osiyemi urged commuters to remain patient, emphasizing that the bridge work is part of broader efforts to improve transportation infrastructure and reduce long-term travel disruptions.
“We understand the inconvenience this may cause, but the repairs are essential. We’ve put systems in place to guide motorists and ensure traffic keeps moving,” Osiyemi assured.
The state government reiterated its commitment to timely completion and encouraged residents to plan their journeys accordingly.
For further updates, motorists are advised to monitor official traffic advisories via Lagos State’s social media channels and transportation bulletins.
