Senator David Umahi, Minister of Works, has instructed the immediate reopening of Lagos’ Independence Bridge to vehicular traffic.
The initial closure, intended for planned maintenance and rehabilitation, was met with public outcry due to resulting gridlock and inconvenience.
Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, expressed regret for the disruption and appealed for public understanding.
The Federal Ministry of Works has clarified that necessary repairs will be conducted at a later date, with the decision to reopen the bridge in response to commuter feedback.
The swift action taken by the Ministry of Works reflects the government’s commitment to balancing infrastructure maintenance with the needs of the public.
Further updates on repair plans will be provided as the situation evolves.
