Lagos government reopens Third Mainland Bridge
The Lagos government has announced that the part of the Third Mainland Bridge, which was closed in November for rehabilitation, will be reopened by 6:00 p.m. today (December 21, 2023).
Disclosing this in a statement on Thursday, the commissioner for transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, stated that the bridge, after the completion of the maintenance, is now fully accessible to the public.
“We are pleased to announce that parts of the Third Mainland Bridge, which were closed last month, will reopen today, December 21, 2023, by 6:00 p.m. Following essential maintenance, the entire bridge is now fully accessible to the public, ensuring smoother connectivity and safe commuting.
“We appreciate your patience during the temporary closure and understand the inconvenience it may have caused. The reopening reaffirms our commitment to infrastructure upkeep and public safety. We wish you a joyful holiday season and safe travels,” he stated.
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