The Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion from Osborne/Dolphin Estate to Sura en route Adeniji Adele link Bridge from midnight, Saturday 27th July, to 5.00 am on Monday, 29th July 2024 for asphalt pavement.
Motorists coming from Osborne/Dolphin Estate are advised to connect the Sura Link Bridge to Adeniji Adele to access the Third Mainland Bridge to continue their journey, while, motorists from the State House at Marina are to connect Obalende to link Simpson Bridge inward Sura, to access Adeniji Adele to link the Third Mainland Bridge for their desired destinations.
The Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi assured that the State Traffic Management Personnel will be on the ground to manage vehicular movement and reduce inconveniences.
Motorists are implored to be patient and adhere to the direction of movements by the Traffic Management Personnel.
Meanwhile, the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) will commence a week-long test run of the Omibus ferry on 29 July, the General Manager, Mr Damilola Emmanuel has said.
In a statement in Lagos on Saturday, Emmanuel stated that the pilot phase of the new waterway commuting in the state will take off on Monday.
He said: “We are thrilled to announce the Omibus pilot programme launching on 29 July.
“This initiative, powered by the Ministry of Transportation and LASWA aims to revolutionise waterway commuting in Lagos.
“Join us for a week of testing our Omibus ferries, during which we hope to collect essential data, and increase public awareness about the future of waterway transportation in Lagos”, he said.
He stated that commuters would experience the Omibus ferries, operated by Caverton Marine, an Indigenous investor, first-hand during the pilot phase.
Emmanuel added that passengers will be using the Cowry Card to pay for fare, urging them to simply tap in with their Cowry card to board.
“We are using the test run phase to gather feedback to refine our service for the full launch. The ferry is designed to international safety standards and offers a comfortable and secure journey.
“Our ferries are internationally recognised for safety and quality, providing a top-notch travel experience.
