Tag: Traffic

The Lagos State Government has released a plan to divert traffic around Osborne Road in Ikoyi, Eti-Osa Local Government for two days, specifically Friday, Aug. 15 to Sunday, Aug. 17.

The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi said this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos.

He said that the plan became necessary to minimise disruption that will occur from connecting the drains along Modupe Alakija Crescent to the drains along the median on Osborne Road.

“In line with efforts to improve the drainage system on Modupe Alakija Crescent and its environs, there is a need to connect the newly constructed drains, via a cross culvert, to the underground channel beneath the median along Osborne Road.

“The construction of this cross culvert will require cutting a section of Osborne Road (before Foreshore Towers).

“The work is scheduled to commence by 10.00 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 15 and end by midnight on Sunday, Aug. 17,” he said.

He noted that a traffic management plan would be implemented over the two-day period to minimise disruption.

He said that this would involve a counterflow arrangement along Osborne/Alfred Rewane Road, spanning approximately 100 meters from Modupe Alakija Crescent to the Alfred Rewane Road junction.

“Motorists heading to Osborne Road from Alfred Rewane Road will be diverted into a contraflow lane inbound Osborne Road, before reconnecting to their normal lane.

“Motorists inbound Alfred Rewane Road from Osborne Road will be restricted to one lane to allow the counterflow.

“For alternative routes, motorists from Osborne Road heading towards Alfred Rewane Road  should use Oba Adeyemi Oyekan Avenue to connect Glover Road, Lugard Avenue, or Cameron Road to continue their journey.

“Likewise, motorists heading towards Osborne Road from Alfred Rewane Road should use Glover Road, Lugard Avenue, or Cameron Road to connect Oba Adeyemi Oyekan Avenue before continuing their journeys,” he said.

Osiyemi pointed out that the road would be fully reopened to traffic on Monday, Aug. 18.

He said the ministry of transportation, through the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), would manage vehicular movements along the corridor to minimise inconveniences.

The Lagos State Government has released a diversion plan ahead of  repair of the Ogudu/Ifako Bridge which will take 110 days.

The state Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos.

Osiyemi said that the repair  postponed earlier  would  begin from June 28 and end on Oct. 15.

The commissioner said that the repair was expected to be carried out in eight phases on both lanes.

“The first to fourth phases, covering the stretch of Ogudu/Ifako Bridge inbound Alapere, will commence from Saturday, June 28 and end on Saturday, Aug. 16 (50 days).

“ Phases five to eight, covering the stretch of Ogudu/Ifako inbound Oworoshoki, will be fixed between Saturday, Aug. 16 and Sunday, Oct. 5 (51 days),” he said.

He advised motorists to use alternative routes during the partial closure of the bridge for the repair.

“Alternative routes for phase one:  Motorists from Iyana Oworo will go through Gbagada to connect Anthony to access Ikorodu Road after which they will have free movement to their desired destinations.

“One lane will be used near work area (50m before and after).

“For alternative routes for phase two, motorists from Eko Bridge will go through Funsho Williams  Avenue to connect Ikorodu Road,” he said.

Osiyemi gave the assurance that officers of  Lagos State Traffic Management Authority would be on ground to minimise inconveniences and manage traffic on the routes.

“Motorists are implored to be patient during the partial closure of the bridge (50m before and after repair site).

Multiple vehicles collided on Kara Bridge, along the ever-busy Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Friday, resulting in heavy traffic build up along the express.

TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports the incident has dragged traffic backwards Otedola bridge with the Lagos Traffic Management Agency (LASTMA) asking road users to be patient.

It was gathered that recovery of affected vehicles is in progress and LASTMA officials and other emergency responders are fully on ground managing the situation.

“We recorded an accident on Kara bridge inward Opic on Lagos-Ibadan expressway with multiple vehicles.

“LASTMA personnel and other emergency responders have swung into action to rescue the victims and also clear the affected vehicles.

“Some of the vehicles affected have been successfully recovered from the road, two lanes are now opened for vehicular movement inward Opic,” LASTMA disclosed.

Three hours prior to filing this report, the road was 60% open for traffic flow, according to LASTMA.

“We expected a rapid movement along the corridor. Our officials are also well positioned to monitor and manage the situation effectively,” the agency stated.

Meanwhile, in a latest development, LASTMA disclosed that all vehicles involved in the accident have now been successfully evacuated, hence, the road has been reopened for full capacity use.

The agency also updated that an articulated truck affected by the accident has been removed using a crane.

However, LASTMA said its “officers are still present there, making efforts to clear the backlog of traffic and ensure smooth traffic flow in the area.

The agency did not release any casualty figures.

A truck carrying a container tumbled in the Lekki area of Lagos State on Friday, leaving commuters hooked in traffic for hours.

TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports the incident occurred at the Chevron intersection, inward Lekki, along Lekki-Epe expressway.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed via X that the incident covered almost 80% of the road.

“A loaded containerized truck fell on its side at Chevron intersection inward Lekki along Lekki Epe Express way. The incident covered almost 80% of the road.

“The driver and Motor boy could not be sighted at the moment, but our officials are firmly on ground to manage the traffic situation,” LASTMA stated.

TNG gathered that the traffic backlog is currently at the Second Tollgate.

While the truck has been recovered from the location at the time of filing this report, efforts were ongoing for the evacuation of the fallen container.

LASTMA disclosed that a crane was being expected for the evacuation of the container.

“Traffic backlog is still at the Second Tollgate and our officials are well positioned for effective traffic control.

“Patience is required from all the road users,” LASTMA stated.

The Lagos State Government  has announced a diversion plan ahead of technical checks, duct calibration and land route repairs at designated locations on Lagos Island.

The state Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said this in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos. Osiyemi said that the repairs would begin on Jan. 17 and end on Jan. 31.

He listed the locations to be covered to include Bonny Camp Underbridge to Eko Atlantic Sales Office, Eko Hotel Roundabout, Officer’s Mess Inward Independence Bridge, Ajose Adeogun to Ligali Ayorinde,  and Ligali Ayorinde to the end of Landmark.

He said that alternative routes had been outlined for motorists at each location during the course of the repairs.

“Bonny Camp Underbridge to Eko Atlantic Sales Office:  This is from Jan. 17  to Jan. 31. The repair will be carried out on the road median with no impact on traffic.

“Eko Hotel Roundabout is for Jan. 19. Motorists from Eko Hotel moving towards Adetokunbo Ademola will be diverted into two lanes around the roundabout, which should be maintained for safe and efficient work operations.

“Officer’s Mess Inward Independence Bridge  will be repaired on Jan. 19. Motorists heading to Independence Bridge from Officer’s Mess will be diverted to the two extreme lanes farther from the kerb,” he said.

The commissioner  added that Ajose Adeogun to Ligali Ayorinde will be repaired from  Jan. 20 to Jan. 24.

He said that vehicular traffic would be diverted into two lanes as motorists  approach Ligali Ayorinde Junction inward Oniru Beach due to repair work on a manhole at the junction.

“Ligali Ayorinde to the end of Landmark is for Jan. 25 to Jan. 31. The repair work will be carried out on the setback of the road, with no impact on traffic,” he said.

Osiyemi gave the assurance that traffic management officers would be stationed on the routes to minimise inconveniences and manage vehicular movements. He implored motorists to be patient.

The Lagos State Government on Wednesday reiterated its commitment to creating an eco-friendly state with fewer cars on the roads in the future.

Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, said this during a presentation at the closing of the fifth Lagos Real Estate Marketplace Conference and Exhibitions in Lagos.

Osiyemi said that the commitment is in line with the T.H.E.M.E.S Agenda of Gov. Babajide  Sanwo-Olu’s led administration.

He expressed concern that traffic congestion costs the state trillions of naira in deficits annually.

According to him, the current reliance on road transportation, which accounts for 90 per cent of travel in Lagos, is unacceptable

The commissioner noted that water and rail transportation account for only two per cent of the means of transportation, highlighting their gross underutilisation.

Osiyemi emphasised that every sector in the state must be robust enough to contribute significantly to the wellbeing of its residents, as Lagos accounts for 30 per cent of the nation’s gross domestic product.

He, however, expressed the readiness of the state to maximise the use of intermodal transportation system, to help upscale socio-economic activities in the metropolis and reduce man-hour loss to traffic.

In a panel discussion, Ms Titilayo Oshodi, Special Adviser to Gov. Sanwo-Olu on Climate Change and Circular Economy, emphasised the need for the state and its stakeholders to adopt a purposeful approach to waste management.

Oshodi highlighted the importance of a circular economy in recycling, repurposing and reusing waste effectively.

She noted that several policies were already in place in the state for managing waste, urging producers and manufacturers across various sectors to collaborate with the state government to contribute to carbon reduction efforts.

Ms Stella Okengwu, Chief Executive Officer of Winhomes, said that the current economic situation calls for housing to be built based on clear demand that aligns with people’s budgets.

Okengwu, an engineer, urged industry players to maximise solar energy options by partnering with relevant companies and offering affordable repayment plans to clients.

Mr Ndifreke Ikokpu, Co-founder of Systemap, recommended implementing an open data policy in the state’s real estate administration to enable investors and citizens to access information for informed real estate decisions.

Similarly, Mr John Oamen, Co-founder of Cutstruct, urged the state government to promote the digitisation of construction procurement.

This, he added, would enhance the efficiency and practices of the construction and real estate sectors.