Lagos Announces Six-Week Closure of Apongbon Bridge, Provides Alternative Routes
By Erewunmi Peace
The Lagos State Government has announced the closure of the Apongbon Bridge for six weeks to allow for essential repair works, urging motorists to use alternative routes during the period.
According to officials, the repairs will focus on failed asphalt sections of the bridge and its service lanes to ensure long-term safety and smooth traffic flow.
The closure will begin Thursday, February 5, 2026, and is scheduled to last until Thursday, March 19, 2026.
To minimize disruption, Lagos traffic authorities have provided alternative routes for motorists:
Vehicles traveling from Apongbon toward Lagos Island are advised to use Adeniji Adele Road and Ebute Ero.
Motorists heading toward the Eko Bridge can use designated feeder roads to avoid the closed sections.
The Lagos State Government stressed the importance of compliance with traffic regulations and requested that drivers exercise patience and caution during the repair period.
Officials also reassured commuters that the repairs are necessary to prevent further deterioration of the bridge and to maintain the safety of daily road users.
Motorists are encouraged to plan their routes in advance and follow traffic signs and directives from LASTMA and other traffic enforcement officers deployed along affected routes.
