Regarding the aforementioned subject, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has developed strategic plans to address the expected increase in traffic congestion in and around the project site with comprehensive traffic management measures, according to a statement by the GM, LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki  on Thursday, 11 July 2024.

GM LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki

1. ALTERNATIVE ROUTES FOR MOTORISTS, INWARD-BOUND YABA TECH, SABO EN-ROUTE HERBERT MACAULAY WAY TO ADEKUNLE/THIRD MAINLAND BRIDGE.
– From Fadeyi-Jibowu via Muritala Mohammed Way to Montgomery Road, motorists can connect to Harvey Road and then to Agnes Junction. From there, they can navigate through Sabo and Alagomeji to the Third Mainland Bridge.

– Vehicles bound for Obalende from Fadeyi to Jibowu via Muritala Mohammed Way can link to Herbert Macaulay from Alagomeji and continue their journey to Adekunle, then connect to the Third Mainland Bridge.
– Motorists coming from Mushin en-route to Empire heading to Obalende can follow the same route to connect to UNILAG or Obalende.

2. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT MEASURES.
– LASTMA officials have been strategically positioned at various choke points to manage traffic and address any incidents or emergencies.

– Personnel have been mobilized to provide real-time traffic updates and emergency information via the Agency’s social media handles.
– Recovery vehicles have been strategically placed to respond to any incidents in real-time.
– Robust collaboration with other law enforcement and security agencies is in place to manage traffic and handle unforeseen circumstances.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this closure, which is part of our efforts to ensure a serene and weather-resilient atmosphere in Lagos.