The Lagos State Government has announced the closure of some specific roads and the diversion of traffic from Alfred Rewane and Osborne roads in Ikoyi for four weeks.
The Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi revealed on Tuesday that the government will divert the traffic through the Osborne Foreshore Estate axis, from June 26 to July 27.
Osiyemi announced that the diversion was crucial so that the Federal Ministry of Works could embark on its first phase of rehabilitation project for the asphaltic sections from Osborne Foreshore Estate to Sura Bridge Ramp.
“Motorists from Alexander/Glover are advised to use Oba Adeyinka Oyekan Avenue inwards Ikoyi to connect Obalende/Ring Road and access Third Mainland Bridge to proceed with their journeys.
“Those from Victoria Island are advised to go through Falomo Roundabout to link Awolowo Road and access Third Mainland Bridge to reach their desired destinations.
“Alternately, motorists from Victoria Island can utilize Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue to link Mekunwen Bridge and proceed to CMS/Apongbon Bridge inwards Eko Bridge to access Funsho Williams Avenue to reach their desired destinations.
Osiyemi urged motorists to be patient and comply with the instructions assuring that traffic managers would be on ground to minimise inconveniences and ensure a steady flow of traffic.