This was announced in a press statement issued by Olalekan Bakare-Oki, the General Manager of LASTMA on Thursday.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has announced alternative routes for motorists in the state as the Federal Ministry of Work begins to rehabilitate drainages from Jibowo to Agnes Junction on the Herbert Macaulay road in the state.
This was announced in a press statement issued by Olalekan Bakare-Oki, the General Manager of LASTMA on Thursday.
According to the agency, drivers can go from Fadeyi-Jibowu to Montgomery Road via Muritala Mohammed Way. They can also connect to Harvey Road and proceed to Agnes Junction from there.
During the rehabilitation process, they can also make their way through Sabo and Alagomeji to reach the Third Mainland Bridge.
The statement continued: “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.
“Motorists coming from Mushin en-route to Empire heading to Obalende can follow the same route to connect to UNILAG or Obalende.
“LASTMA officials have been strategically positioned at various choke points to manage traffic and address any incidents or emergencies. Personnel have been mobilized 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. Robust collaboration with other law enforcement and security agencies is in place to manage traffic and handle unforeseen circumstances.”
SaharaReporters had earlier reported the Lagos state government began the demolition of structures built on drainage setbacks in Gbagada and Bariga on Wednesday.
The action comes after the devastating flooding on July 3, which caused widespread disruption and left millions of residents stranded.
In response, the government issued a 48-hour notice to owners of the structures to vacate the areas, citing the urgent need to clear illegal settlements to mitigate future flooding risks.