Lagos announces three-day traffic diversion for Independence Bridge repairs

The Lagos State Government has introduced a three-day traffic diversion on Independence Bridge in Lagos Island because the Federal Ministry of Works begins pressing repairs on the bridge from Friday, October 16, to Sunday, October 18, 2026.

The authorities mentioned in a press release that the restore work would contain asphalt resurfacing and require partial closures of sections of the bridge to permit the work to proceed whereas sustaining entry for motorists.

The asphalt works are scheduled to start at evening on Friday, October 16, and proceed all through Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, in the course of the day and at evening.

To minimise traffic disruption, sections of the bridge’s inbound and outbound lanes shall be partially closed one by one, with one lane saved open to permit motorists to succeed in their locations.

“Motorists are urged to plan their movement and make use of alternative routes to connect their desired destinations for the duration of the repairs,” the assertion mentioned.

According to the assertion, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) will deploy officers to handle car motion across the affected space and minimise disruption in the course of the restore interval.

The authorities additionally urged motorists to stay affected person, obey traffic laws and cooperate with traffic administration measures all through the restore works.