Lagos announces three-day traffic diversion for Independence Bridge repairs

The Lagos State Government has announced a three-day traffic diversion on Independence Bridge in Lagos Island as the Federal Ministry of Works begins urgent repairs on the bridge from Friday, October 16, to Sunday, October 18, 2026.

The government said in a statement that the repair work would involve asphalt resurfacing and require partial closures of sections of the bridge to allow the work to proceed while maintaining access for motorists.

The asphalt works are scheduled to begin at night on Friday, October 16, and continue throughout Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, during the day and at night.

To minimise traffic disruption, sections of the bridge’s inbound and outbound lanes will be partially closed one at a time, with one lane kept open to allow motorists to reach their destinations.

“Motorists are urged to plan their movement and make use of alternative routes to connect their desired destinations for the duration of the repairs,” the statement said.

According to the statement, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) will deploy officers to manage vehicle movement around the affected area and minimise disruption during the repair period.

The government also urged motorists to remain patient, obey traffic regulations and cooperate with traffic management measures throughout the repair works.