By Sodiq Adelakun
The Lagos State Government has announced the commencement of substantial repair works on the Ogudu/Ifako Bridge, introducing a 110-day traffic diversion plan scheduled to run from Saturday, 28 June to Wednesday, 15 October 2025.
In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the long-anticipated rehabilitation, previously postponed, will now proceed in eight stages and will impact both lanes of the bridge, a vital link on the Lagos mainland.
The bridge maintenance, overseen by the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure through its Office of Infrastructure, will focus on the replacement of damaged expansion joints to restore structural integrity and enhance safety.
Mr Osiyemi stated, “The Lagos State Government has outlined a detailed traffic diversion plan in preparation for the repairs on the Ogudu/Ifako Bridge.”
Phases one to four, covering Ogudu/Ifako inbound Alapere, will take place between 28 June and 16 August 2025. Phases five to eight, targeting inbound Oworonshoki, will follow from 16 August to 5 October 2025.
The government clarified that each phase will involve only partial closures, not a complete shutdown of the bridge. About 50 metres before and after each repair section will remain open to facilitate smoother traffic flow during the works.
To reduce inconvenience for commuters, designated alternative routes have been announced. During Phase 1, motorists from Iyana Oworo are advised to divert through Gbagada and reconnect to Ikorodu Road via Anthony. In Phase 2, vehicles approaching from Eko Bridge should use Funsho Williams Avenue to access Ikorodu Road.
Commissioner Osiyemi assured the public that officers of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) will be deployed to manage traffic along the affected corridors and ensure minimal disruption.
He encouraged Lagos residents and road users to remain cooperative, follow traffic signage and adhere to instructions provided by traffic officials throughout the duration of the repairs.
The Ogudu/Ifako Bridge, a key artery for daily commuters, has suffered increased wear due to constant heavy usage. Authorities have described the intervention as essential to preserving the infrastructure’s long-term viability and safeguarding public safety.
