12 h. ago FG reopens Independence Bridge, Umahi frowns at unapproved road closures

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Federal Government has reopened Independence Bridge in Lagos following its emergency rehabilitation, with the Minister of Works, David Umahi apologizing for the hardship caused by its sudden closure. The minister, who visited the bridge on Friday, confirmed that it is now open to vehicular traffic.. He assured Lagosians that such disruption […] The post FG reopens Independence Bridge, Umahi frowns at unapproved road closures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago FG Reopens Independence Bridge, Begs Lagosians Over Lack Of Proper Communication

Federal Government has officially reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos State following emergency repair works. Speaking at the reopening ceremony on Friday, Minister of Works, David Umahi, said that the closure was prompted by a structural failure involving the approach slab of the bridge, which caved in due to a faulty design. Umahi noted that […] The post FG Reopens Independence Bridge, Begs Lagosians Over Lack Of Proper Communication appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Independence Bridge back in operation, Minister cautions against unauthorised closures

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Federal Government has reopened Independence Bridge in Lagos following its emergency rehabilitation, with the Minister of Works, David Umahi, apologising for the hardship caused by its sudden closure. The minister, who visited the bridge on Friday, confirmed that it is now open to vehicular traffic. He assured Lagosians that such disruption […] The post Independence Bridge back in operation, Minister cautions against unauthorised closures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Minister reopens Lagos’ Independence Bridge, promises permanent fix

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos State. Umahi, a former Governor of Ebonyi State, stated this while addressing journalists in Lagos on Friday. The minister stated that permanent work on the bridge will commence in three weeks. He acknowledged the importance of the bridge, which links Victoria Island Read More

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25 h. ago I didn’t approve Independence Bridge method of closure, says Umahi 

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Minister of Works, Engineer Nweze David Umahi has washed his hands off the sufferings of the road users on Independence Bridge in Lagos saying that he did not approve the  method of closure of the road  by the Federal Controller of Works in charge of Lagos. According to the minister, the […] The post I didn’t approve Independence Bridge method of closure, says Umahi  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Never close any road, bridge without permission, Umahi warns works controllers

Tribune Online Never close any road, bridge without permission, Umahi warns works controllers He apologised to Lagosians and to President Bola Tinubu for the trouble the closure caused the entire residents and the nation. Never close any road, bridge without permission, Umahi warns works controllers Tribune Online

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47 h. ago Lagos gridlock worsens as Independence Bridge stays shut despite FG’s reopening order

Traffic congestion on Lagos Island showed no signs of easing on Thursday despite the Federal Government’s directive for the immediate read more Lagos gridlock worsens as Independence Bridge stays shut despite FG’s reopening order

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48 h. ago Minister Orders Reopening Of Independence Bridge Amidst Traffic Chaos In Lagos

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has ordered the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge on Victoria Island, Lagos, after severe traffic congestion affected the Ikoyi area. This follows widespread complaints from motorists and commuters facing delays due to the bridge’s closure. The closure had significantly disrupted movement in one of Lagos’ busiest areas, causing […] The post Minister Orders Reopening Of Independence Bridge Amidst Traffic Chaos In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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53 h. ago Federal Gov’t Orders Reopening Of Lagos Bridge, Opts For Palliative Repairs

The Federal Government has announced the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge (Ahmadu Bello Way-Marina bound) in Lagos to vehicular movement, opting for palliative fixes while deferring full rehabilitation works. Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, gave the directive in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mrs. Olukorede […]

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54 h. ago Umahi orders reopening of Independence Bridge in Lagos after traffic logjam

By John Ogunsemore The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi has ordered the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge in Victoria Island, Lagos. The minister’s directive comes following traffic gridlock that ground Ikoyi area of the state to a halt on Wednesday. On Monday, Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha ordered the closure […] The post Umahi orders reopening of Independence Bridge in Lagos after traffic logjam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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55 h. ago Umahi orders immediate reopening of Independence Bridge in Lagos

Tribune Online Umahi orders immediate reopening of Independence Bridge in Lagos The Federal Ministry of Works clarified that the necessary repair works on the bridge would be carried out at a later time. Umahi orders immediate reopening of Independence Bridge in Lagos Tribune Online

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62 h. ago JUST IN: Umahi orders opening of Independence bridge after Lagos traffic chaos

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has directed the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge located on Victoria Island, Lagos. The minister issued the directive on Wednesday following the massive traffic gridlock that enveloped the Ikoyi area of Lagos. The Federal Controller of Works, Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, confirmed the latest development in a telephone Read More

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