Lagos Announces Traffic Diversions Ahead Of Road Project Commissioning

The Lagos State Government has announced partial closures across key corridors in the state ahead of the commissioning of critical road infrastructure projects.

In a statement signed by Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the state’s commissioner for transportation, on Tuesday, the government advised motorists to plan their movements and avoid affected corridors during the designated times to minimise traffic disruptions and travel delays.

The government noted that the temporary closures in specific areas were necessary to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of proceedings.

According to the statement, the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge will be commissioned between 9:00 a.m and 1:00 p.m on Wednesday, April 8th, 2026, affecting motorists in the Opebi-Allen, Ikeja and Ojota areas.

“All motorists transiting this corridor during the specified hours should seek alternative routes to avoid congestion and ensure timely arrival at their destinations,” the statement read.

It also stated that on Thursday, April 8, 2026, two commissioning events are scheduled for morning and afternoon hours, from 9:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m.

“The first event is the commissioning of Tolu Schools Complex, which will affect traffic in the Olodi-Apapa and Ajegunle areas.

“Motorists operating in these localities are strongly advised to plan alternative routes and allow additional time for their journeys during this period,” the government said.

They also noted that in the evening of the same day, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., another event will take place at Eko Hotel and Victoria Island, advising motorists plying the corridor to avoid the area during these hours or to exercise caution and expect potential delays.

The government also stated that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and designated traffic enforcement personnel will be positioned in all affected areas to manage traffic flow and provide assistance to motorists.

They urged the motorists to cooperate fully with traffic management personnel and observe all instructions to facilitate the smooth movement of vehicles along the affected corridors.