Oluwaseun Osiyemi-Sean Pee

LASG ANNOUNCES TRAFFIC DIVERSION FOR TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF IDDO BRIDGE

The Lagos State Government wishes to inform the motoring public that the Federal Ministry of Works will commence the installation of heavy steel bridge beams as part of the ongoing rehabilitation and reconstruction of Iddo Bridge in Ijora, Apapa Local Government Area.

The operation is scheduled to take place on the following dates:
Wednesday, 17th June, 2026 – from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. (7 hours)
Sunday, 21st June, 2026 – from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (8 hours)
Consequently, the entire section of Iddo Bridge will be temporarily closed to vehicular movement during the periods stated above to ensure the safe installation of the steel beams on the bridge.

To ease traffic movement, motorists are advised to use the following alternative routes:
1. Motorists travelling from Oyingbo/Yaba to Ijora Olopa, Apapa and Costain should use Funsho Williams Avenue to continue their journeys.
2. Motorists travelling from Marina to Ijora Olopa, Apapa and Costain should descend the ramp to access Iddo-Onigbe to connect Oyingbo, and continue their journeys via Murtala Muhammed Way.
3. Motorists travelling from Ijora Olopa/Apapa towards Carter Bridge/Marina should use Eko Bridge by connecting Apapa Road to continue their journeys through Murtala Muhammed Way via Iddo-Onigbe and Carter Bridge.

Advisory Motorists are implored to be patient and cooperate with the Traffic Management Officials during the temporary closure. The closure is part of the traffic management plans put in place to facilitate the launching of steel beams for the ongoing rehabilitation and reconstruction of Iddo Bridge by the Federal Ministry of Works (Office of the Federal Controller of Works, Lagos).

E Signed:
Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi,
Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation

LAGOS STATE GOVERNMENT

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION

PRESS RELEASE

LASG DIVERTS TRAFFIC FOR CONSTRUCTION OF CULVERT ALONG BAALE ANIMASHAUN ROAD, IFAKO-IJAIYE

The Lagos State Government wishes to inform the motoring public that as part of the ongoing drainage reconstruction project serving Adfarm Estate, there is a need to construct a culvert across Baale Animashaun Road to channel stormwater runoff from Adfarm Estate, Adson Street, and surrounding areas.

The construction work is scheduled to commence on 15th of June, 2026 and is expected to last for Eight (8) weeks.

To reduce inconvenience during the construction period, the following alternative routes have been provided for motorists:

Alternative Route 1: Motorists heading into Baale Animashaun Road from Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway should use the Ijaiye Bus Stop Junction through Agbado-Ijaiye Road (Post Office Road), connect to Alakuko Road, and then link back to Baale Animashaun Road.

Alternative Route 2: Motorists may also use Jendor Junction, located close to Baale Animashaun Road (Alakuko Junction), through Alhaji Ganiyu Road to reconnect with Baale Animashaun Road.

Alternative Route 3: Motorists can also use the Ajegunle-Ilo Bus Stop Junction via Adetiba Street, connect to Fagbeyiro Abayomi Street, proceed through Fola Azeez Street, and link back to Baale Animashaun Road.

Please note: that there will be no movement into Baale Animashaun Road from Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. The road will be closed for the construction works.

Motorists are advised to obey all traffic signs and follow the directives of traffic management officials to ensure smooth vehicular movement during the period.

E Signed:
Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi,
Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation.

12th June, 2026

Happy Democracy Day Lagos, Nigeria.

SECURING LAGOS MOBILITY ECOSYSTEM:

In a renewed offensive against criminality within Lagos transportation hubs, Taskforce operatives conducted a predawn raid at Terminal 2 Bus Station, Oshodi, apprehending 18 suspects who had surreptitiously transformed sections of the terminal into illegal dwellings and operational hideouts.

The operation highlights the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation’s steadfast resolve to reclaim public spaces, excise criminal elements, and preserve the sanctity of transit infrastructure. *Lagosians can be assured that the State remains unsparing in its commitment to securing transportation corridors and guaranteeing safe, seamless mobility for all.*

The enforcement exercise will persist with vigour until desired result is achieved all over Lagos State. All suspects arrested will be prosecuted in accordance with the law.

Check out the updated LRMT Blue Line Sunday schedule below, which now includes 24 trips at predictable 30-minute intervals throughout the operating period.

Blue Line train schedule from Monday 15th June, 2026.

Lagos Blue Line Expands Service to 94 Daily Trips, Starts Earlier at 6:00 AM