By Moses Akaigwe
As the rehabilitation work on the Ojota Interchange to Ojota 2nd pedestrian bridge portion of Ikorodu Road continues, the Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion on the Ikorodu-bound service lane for a duration of two weeks, effective from Monday, January 23, 2023.
A statement by the Commissioner for Transportation, Dr. Frederic Oladeinde, explained that the diversion was slated to correct some asphalt failings observed at edge of the ramps inwards Iyana-Oworo/Gbagada axis and Seven up on Lagos/Ibadan expressway.
Oladeinde added that alternative routes have been provided for Motorists to utilize during the stipulated time set for the repairs.
The commissioner further explained that vehicles coming from Maryland on the service lane would be diverted at the 2nd pedestrian bridge into the Main carriage way to make a turn at Mile 12 Underpass and continue their Journeys on Lagos/Ibadan Expressway or link Demurin Road along Ketu axis of the Expressway.
He stated that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority and other traffic management agencies would be on hand to direct traffic to ease vehicular movement and ensure orderliness.
The statement appealed to residents of the state, especially motorists that ply the corridor to support the project, which is aimed at finding a lasting solution to the ever busy road in line with efficient traffic management and transportation policy of the state government.