- Last time bridge was shut was August 2018 for a 3-day investigative maintenance check
- Bridge to be shut for 6 months starting Friday, July 24
- Closure to enable the Federal Ministry of Works carry out thorough maintenance work
- Motorists to ply alternative routes during work
This was confirmed by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Olukayode Popoola who said, consultations are ongoing for another phase of repair works to begin on the 11.8km bridge.
He explained that the work will commence on the outward mainland section of the bridge, and the ministry is working with relevant agencies to perfect traffic during the period.
There have also been reports of some worn-out expansion joints on the structure, raising concerns over the state of the bridge.
News Agencies
