Lagos announces eight-month traffic diversion along Lekki-Ajah corridor
Lagos residents, particularly those commuting along the Lekki-Ajah corridor, have been advised to prepare for major road rehabilitation works set to span eight months.
According to the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the project will run from November 15, 2024, to July 15, 2026, and will be executed in two phases to minimize traffic disruption, Punch reported.
Osiyemi explained that the first phase will cover the stretch between the Lekki First Toll Gate and the Second Toll Gate, divided into seven sections. During this stage, one lane will be closed at a time while motorists use the other.
“When the closed lane is completed, work will shift to the other lane,” the commissioner said, assuring that traffic flow towards Lekki and Ajah will be maintained throughout the construction period.
For the second phase, which runs from the Lekki Second Toll Gate to the Ajah under-bridge, construction will be done in four sections. Motorists coming from Ajah inward Lekki will also experience partial diversions as work progresses.
“During this phase, motorists heading towards Ajah will have continuous movement,” Osiyemi added.
He urged motorists to remain patient and obey traffic officers, as parts of the road will be partially closed at different times throughout the repair period.
According to him, the rehabilitation project is part of the government’s commitment to improving road infrastructure and easing traffic congestion in one of Lagos’ busiest corridors.
Meanwhile, many Lagosians have taken to social media to react, with some welcoming the development while others expressed concerns about possible gridlock.
One resident wrote, “We’ve been begging for this road to be fixed, but eight months? Lagos drivers go see shege.”
Another added, “Let’s just hope they manage the diversion well. Lekki traffic no dey smile.”
The Lagos State Government has assured residents that traffic officers will be deployed across the affected areas to ensure smooth movement during the rehabilitation exercise.
