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Lagos Govt to Shut Eko Bridge for 8 Weeks, Announces Traffic Diversion
The Lagos State government has announced its plan to close parts of the Eko Bridge and divert traffic to facilitate essential reconstruction work.
In an official statement released on Friday, the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, confirmed that the traffic diversion will begin on September 26 and is expected to last for eight weeks.
Osiyemi explained that the diversion will be implemented in stages to minimize disruption.
He urged motorists to follow designated alternative routes for a smoother travel experience.
For drivers heading to Lagos Island via Funsho Williams Avenue, he recommended using the service lane at Alaka, which connects to Costain and leads back onto the Eko Bridge, enabling them to continue their journey.
He also advised that motorists can use Costain to access Eko Bridge and reach Apongbon as an alternative route to their destination.
Additionally, motorists traveling from Apongbon inwards Eko Bridge can connect to Costain to reach Funsho Williams Avenue.
Osiyemi highlighted other options, such as accessing Costain from Alaka or Funsho Williams Avenue, or navigating through Apapa Road from Costain to link Oyingbo, which leads to Adekunle and connects to the Third Mainland Bridge.
For those heading to Surulere, Osiyemi suggested taking Costain to Breweries, then proceeding to Abebe Village to connect Eric Moore or Bode Thomas.
He reassured residents that traffic managers will be stationed at critical points to help guide drivers, ease traffic flow, and reduce the expected inconvenience during the reconstruction period.
This reconstruction project is part of the government’s broader efforts to maintain Lagos’ critical infrastructure and improve road safety.
However, the closure is likely to cause significant disruptions to daily commuters, especially those using the bridge as a major route into the city.
Despite the challenges, the government is committed to minimizing the impact on motorists while ensuring the project is completed on time.
LeBron James, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and Los Angeles Lakers star, has announced a temporary break from social media.
The 39-year-old made the announcement on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram after sharing a post by Rich Kleiman, agent to NBA star Kevin Durant, criticizing the media’s focus on negativity.
Kleiman wrote, “With so much hate and negativity in the world today, it confuses me why some of the national sports media still think that the best way to cover sports is through negative takes… I, for one, find it all a waste of breath.” James shared the post, adding a simple comment: “AMEN!!”
In a follow-up post, James confirmed his social media hiatus, writing, “And with that said, I’ll holla at y’all! Getting off social media for the time being. Y’all take care.”
James, known for his strong presence on and off the court, is taking this break amidst ongoing discussions about the role of media in shaping public perceptions of athletes.
Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu presents 3 Trillion Naira as the budget for the proposed Appropriation Bill for 2025 to the house of assembly. The assembly meeting was led by Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa. The budget is themed Budget of Sustainability and will be a blue print for the commitment to Lagosians.
The ceremony was held in the state house, Alausa, Lagos. With this proposed bill the state government is focusing on environment, education, technology, security and public safety.
Former Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has filed a motion to amend her lawsuit challenging the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) order for the final forfeiture of her seized assets.
At a Federal High Court hearing in Abuja presided over by Justice Inyang Ekwo, Alison-Madueke’s counsel confirmed filing the amendment motion and serving the EFCC. Notably, no EFCC representatives appeared in court.
The embattled ex-minister also sought an extension of time to contest the EFCC’s public notice regarding the sale of her confiscated properties, claiming she was denied a fair hearing during the forfeiture proceedings.
The EFCC, however, rejected Alison-Madueke’s allegations, maintaining that the forfeiture cases were lawfully adjudicated over time.
Justice Ekwo adjourned the case to February 17, 2025, to consider the motion to amend the originating process.
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