Lagos-Ibadan Expressway: FG Suspends Construction Works For Easy Passage During Eid Kabir

June 26, 2023
Lagos-Ibadan Expressway: FG suspends Construction Works For Easy Passage During Eid Kabir

The Federal Ministry of Works and Housing has announced the suspension of the ongoing reconstruction work on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

The announcement which was made on Monday is to ensure traffick relief for travelers during the Eid-el-Kabir, Sallah celebration.

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The announcement was contained in a statement by the Federal Controller of Works, Lagos Engr. Olukorede Kesha.

According to the statement, construction works on the road are to be suspended between Tuesday, June 27, 2023, to Sunday, July 2, 2023 to allow easy movement for those traveling during the Sallah.

The statement further explained, “Due to the recent heavy traffic flow being experienced on the Lagos Shagamu route in the last couple of days, the inclement weather conditions, the forthcoming Eid Kabir and the advice of the traffic management team deployed to manage traffic-related issues on the project.

“Construction activities on this ever busy and very important highway will be suspended from Tuesday, 27 of June to Sunday, 2 of July, 2023.

“This is to allow travellers easy passage during the Eid holiday and minimise the discomfort of traffic gridlock during this very important period.

“Travelers are advised to cooperate with Traffic Management Team deployed on the highway to manage traffic.”

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