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The Federal Government (FG) has allocated the sum of N15 billion in the N2.18tn supplementary budget for the repairs of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State.
The amount was tied to urgent comprehensive repairs/rehabilitation of the Third Mainland Bridge as disclosed by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Olukorede Kesha,
As contained in the N2.18tn supplementary budget, the Federal Government owed contractors who worked on the Eko/Marine Bridges the sum of N11,400,024, 608.
In the statement, Kesha stated: “In view of the above, the motoring public is, hereby, notified that the repair works will begin with the ramps connecting Oworoshoki to Adekunle and Lagos- Island (Adeniji Adele) to Adekunle simultaneously.
“Consequently, the two ramps mentioned above will be closed to traffic by 7 am on Monday, November 6, 2023, for five weeks.
“Motorists are, therefore, advised to cooperate with the traffic management officials by obeying and observing all diversions as directed and are encouraged to use the alternative routes as provided.”