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Sanwo-Olu Apologizes for Lagos Traffic Mayhem After McEwen Bridge Closure
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has publicly apologized to residents over the massive traffic disruptions caused by the ongoing closure of the Independence (McEwen) Bridge for repairs.
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The bridge closure, which started on April 1 and is expected to last until May 2025, was meant to prevent potential disasters by addressing structural issues. However, it has led to severe gridlock across Lagos, with motorists facing hours of delays and alternative routes like the Five Cowrie Bridge and Lekki-Epe Expressway becoming heavily congested.
The ripple effect impacted major roads in Victoria Island, Ikoyi, and Lekki, with streets like Akin Adesola, Ozumba Mbadiwe, Alfred Rewane, and Admiralty Way seeing some of the worst traffic.
Celebrities like veteran actress Kate Henshaw and BBNaija star JMK also expressed their frustration on social media, with JMK revealing that she spent an excruciating eight hours traveling home from the airport.
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In his apology, Sanwo-Olu acknowledged the inconvenience and assured the public that the decision to repair the bridge had been carefully planned for over three years. He also promised frequent cleaning of alternative routes and an increase in traffic officers to manage the situation, while encouraging companies with remote work policies to consider allowing staff to work from home.
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