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One day after announcement, FG postpones closure of Falomo Bridge

Mr. Popoola had in a statement on Friday night announced a plan to partially close the Falomo Bridge for a six weeks rehabilitation work.

• March 14, 2021
Side view of Falomo Bridge (Credit: Shutterstock)
Side view of Falomo Bridge (Credit: Shutterstock)

The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Olukayode Popoola on Sunday said that the Federal Government has postponed plans to partially close the Falomo Bridge in Victoria Island for repairs.

Mr. Popoola told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on telephone that the decision to suspend the rehabilitation of the bridge was reached after a meeting with relevant stakeholders.

“After consultations with relevant stakeholders we decided to postpone the rehabilitation work. A new date would be announced for the partial closure and commencement of repair works soon,” he said.

The public works official apologised to road users and members of the public on inconveniences caused by the shift in date for the repairs.

Mr. Popoola had in a statement on Friday night announced a plan to partially close the Falomo Bridge for a six weeks rehabilitation work.

(NAN)

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