The Lagos State Traffic Management Agency (LASTMA) has announced its plans to manage the effects of the temporary road closure by the Federal Ministry of Works for drainage rehabilitation from Jibowu to Agnes Junction on Herbert Macaulay Way.
The agency said it has developed strategic plans to address the expected increase in traffic congestion in and around Jibowu to Agnes junction on Herbert Macaulay way.
These project sites are expected to experience comprehensive traffic flow, hence the management measures.
A statement signed by the agency’s General Manager,Olalekan Bakare-Oki, notes that alternative routes for motorists driving inward Yaba Tech, Sabo enroute Herbert Macaulay Way to Adekunle/Third Mainland Bridge would work as follow:
From Fadeyi-Jibowu via Muritala Mohammed Way to Montgomery Road, motorists can connect to Harvey Road and then to Agnes Junction. From there, they can navigate through Sabo and Alagomeji to the Third Mainland Bridge.
Vehicles bound for Obalende from Fadeyi to Jibowu via Muritala Mohammed Way can link to Herbert Macaulay from Alagomeji and continue their journey to Adekunle, then connect to the Third Mainland Bridge.
And motorists coming from Mushin en-route to Empire heading to Obalende can follow the same route to connect to UNILAG or Obalende.
Bakare-Oki added that traffic management measures includes positioning its officials strategically positioned at various choke points to manage traffic and address any incidents or emergencies.
Also, personnel have been mobilised to provide real-time traffic updates and emergency information via the Agency’s social media handles. Recovery vehicles have been strategically placed to respond to any incidents in real-time. Also, a robust collaboration with other law enforcement and security agencies is in place to manage traffic and handle unforeseen circumstances.
He apologised for any inconvenience caused by this closure, which is part of its efforts to ensure a serene and weather-resilient atmosphere in Lagos.
