18 h. ago Lagos State To Partially Close Oworonshoki Bridge For 110 Days

The Lagos State Government has announced a 110-day partial closure of the Oworonshoki/Third Axial Bridge to allow for emergency repairs, beginning Tuesday, May 6, and ending Tuesday, September 23, 2025. The project will be executed in eight phases, with works targeting both inbound and outbound sections of the bridge. Phases 1 to 4, from May […] The post Lagos State To Partially Close Oworonshoki Bridge For 110 Days appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago VIDEO: ‘I almost sold rechargeable lamps under Lagos bridge,’ Fireboy DML opens up on struggles before fame

Nigerian singer and songwriter, Adedamola Adefolahan, popularly known as Fireboy DML, has shared details of his difficult past, revealing that he was close to selling rechargeable lamps under Ajah Bridge in Lagos before gaining recognition in the music industry. The Afrobeats star made the revelation during a recent interview on the 90s Baby Show in Read More

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2 w. ago NIWA alerts public of submerged dredger hazard at Eko Bridge

By Steve Agbota The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has issued a public notice warning of a submerged dredger located near the Eko Bridge, close to the Ebute Ero jetty in Lagos. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, March 29, 2025, the authority said presents a threat to the safety of navigation and the stability […] The post NIWA alerts public of submerged dredger hazard at Eko Bridge appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Structural safety: Umahi urges closure of waterway near Eko, Carter bridges

By Chukwuma Umeorah Minister of Works, David Umahi, has appealed to the Lagos State Government and relevant authorities to close the waterway between Eko Bridge and Carter Bridge after uncovering critical safety threats, including severe structural damage caused by dredging activities during a recent inspection of major bridges in the state. During his inspection of […] The post Structural safety: Umahi urges closure of waterway near Eko, Carter bridges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Umahi urges closure of waterway near Eko, Carter bridges over safety concerns

By Chukwuma Umeorah Minister of Works David Umahi has called on the Lagos State Government and authorities to close the waterway between Eko Bridge and Carter Bridge due to serious safety risks. He found severe structural damage from dredging during a Saturday inspection of major bridges in Lagos. Umahi highlighted damage to key bridge parts, […] The post Umahi urges closure of waterway near Eko, Carter bridges over safety concerns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Umahi defends Lagos bridge closure, to probe state controller’s action

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has defended the controversial closure of the Independence Lagos bridge, attributing the decision to a potential safety hazard that could have led to loss of life. Speaking on Politics Today on Channels TV on Friday, Umahi expressed frustration with the State Controller who authorised the closure but acknowledged her Read More

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3 w. 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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3 w. 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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3 w. 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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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Minister denies owing businesswoman N200m, sexual harassment allegations

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has denied owing a businesswoman, Tracynither Ohiri, N200 million for promotional materials she supplied during his 2014 governorship campaign. Umahi denied the allegation on Thursday while fielding questions from journalists during his tour of the Independence Bridge in Lagos. He said, “When I left office and then became a Read More

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3 w. ago Maximum tears: Lagos commuters groan as Independence Bridge closure bites hard

A severe gridlock that left commuters stranded for several hours following the closure of Independence Bridge in the Falomo area of Lagos State on Wednesday has left commuters with bitter tales, JOHNSON IDOWU and DAYO OYEWO write Commuters and motorists in Lagos endured hours of gridlock on Wednesday till the wee hours of Thursday following Read More

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3 w. 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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3 w. 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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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Independence Bridge repair: LASTMA lists alternative routes amid gridlock

Commuters in Lagos faced severe gridlock on Wednesday as the Independence/McWen Bridge inbound Lagos Island was shut down for rehabilitation, read more Independence Bridge repair: LASTMA lists alternative routes amid gridlock

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3 w. 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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3 w. 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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3 w. 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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