Repair of Kara Bridge: Lagos issues traffic advisory

The Lagos State Ministry of Transportation has said that the Federal Ministry of Works will commence replacement of the expansion joint at Kara Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Tuesday.

The Director of Public Affairs, Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, Bolanle Ogunlola, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.

The statement said: “The project is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, July 28 for a period of two weeks.

“Consequently, motorists are advised to expect partial traffic disruptions around the Kara axis during the repair period.

“Motorists are urged to exercise patience, obey traffic regulations, and cooperate with traffic management officials deployed along the corridor.”

Ogunlola said that to facilitate repairs, the existing four-lane carriageway would be temporarily reduced to two lanes over a 1.5km stretch to provide a safe work zone.

She said that moderate traffic is expected around the Fatgbems Turn as some motorists make U-turns or seek alternative routes to avoid delays.

She added: “However, traffic heading towards Ibadan beyond the Fatgbems Turn, is expected to flow freely with minimal disruption.

“The ministry also encourages road users to plan their journeys in advance, consider alternative routes where possible, and comply with all traffic advisories to minimise delays.”

Ogunlola said the ministry appreciates the understanding and cooperation of the public during the period, adding that the rehabilitation work is aimed at improving safety of the bridge, for the benefit of road users.

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