Opebi-Ojota Link Bridge For Commissioning by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
As the “Omo-oluabis” of Lagos state eagerly await the arrival of the number one citizen, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to commission several legacy projects of Governor Babajide Sanwo-olu, motorists and commuters are hereby informed of partial road closure beginning from tomorrow, Wednesday, 8th and Thursday, 9th of April 2026.
On the first day of the visit, Wednesday, 8th April, 2026, the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge will be commissioned between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
The glorious event will affect motorists in the Opebi-Allen, Ikeja and Ojota areas. All motorists transiting this corridor during the specified hours have been advised to seek alternative routes to avoid congestion and ensure timely arrival at their destinations.
On the second day of the historic visit, Thursday, 9th April 2026, two commissioning events are scheduled for the morning and afternoon hours, from 9:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m.
According to the media statement from the Ministry of Transportation, the first event on Thursday is the commissioning of Tolu Schools Complex, which will affect traffic in the Olodi Apapa and Ajegunle areas.
However, motorists operating in these localities are strongly advised to plan alternative routes and allow additional time for their journeys during this period.
Later in the same evening, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., another event will take place at Eko Hotel and Suites, in Victoria Island.
Also, motorists in the Victoria Island corridor are advised to avoid the area during these hours or to exercise caution and expect potential delays.
The statement assured that designated traffic enforcement personnel of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, (LASTMA), will be positioned in all affected areas to manage traffic flow and provide assistance to motorists.
Lagosians and the general public are urged to cooperate fully with traffic management personnel and observe all instructions to facilitate smooth and unhindered movement of vehicles along the affected corridors.
The Lagos State Government appreciates the cooperation, patience and understanding of all road users during these events.
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