Nigeria: Authorities to close sections of Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos, Feb. 26-27

Event

Authorities in Lagos have announced the closure of sections of the Third Mainland Bridge to vehicular movement 2359 Feb. 26-2359 Feb. 27. Traffic on the bridge will be suspended ahead of the full reopening of the Oworonshoki- and Adeniji-bound lanes to allow workers to complete repairs. Authorities have also advised travelers from Ogudu, Alapere, and Gbagada to use Ikorodu Road, Jibowu, and Yaba,as alternative routes, while Iyana Oworoshoki-bound traffic from Lagos-Island, Iddo, Oyingbo, Adekunle, and Yaba is to use Herbert Macaulay Way, Jibowu, and Ikorodu Road as alternative routes. Road closures will likely exacerbate normal traffic congestion on nearby routes.

Advice

Confirm the viability of possible alternative routes, and make appropriate alterations to supply chain schedules. Liaise with local providers or consult the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) for further updates.