In the last couple of days, rain and more rain began to destabilise residents of Lagos State, with incidents of flooding here and there. It was a sign of the poor state of Lagos drainage system and Lagos Island had a fair share of the situation.
Something needed to be done and people say it is the drainage system that is to blame.
Now, the state government is doing something about it.
On Thursday, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) began to show a strategic plan it had adopted to address the expected increase in traffic congestion in Jibowu to Agnes axis in Lagos State.
According to a statement on Thursday, July 11, the expected traffic congestion is due to plans by the Ministry of Works and Drainage.
Traffic Management Measures
The statement was issued by the General Manager, LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki,
The agency highlighted that the diversion was necessary to aid the rehabilitation project within (Jibowu to Agnes).
According to him, comprehensive traffic management measures have been put in place.
He advised commuters heading towards these areas to take alternative routes from Fadeyi-Jibowu via Muritala Mohammed Way to Montgomery Road.
Mr Bakare-Oki stated that motorists can connect to Harvey Road and then to Agnes Junction.
“From there, they can navigate through Sabo and Alagomeji to the Third Mainland Bridge.
“Vehicles bound for Obalende from Fadeyi to Jibowu via Muritala Mohammed Way can link to Herbert Macaulay.
“from Alagomeji and continue their journey to Adekunle, then connect to the Third Mainland Bridge.
“Motorists coming from Mushin en route to Empire heading to Obalende can follow the same route to connect to UNILAG or Obalende,” he added.
There are LASTMA officials strategically positioned at various choke points to manage traffic and address any incidents or emergencies.
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Also, he hinted that personnel have been mobilised to provide real-time traffic updates.
Furthermore, they will also provide emergency information via the Agency’s social media handles.
Accoriding to him, recovery vehicles have been strategically placed to respond to any incidents in real-time.
“Robust collaboration with other law enforcement and security agencies is in place to manage traffic and handle unforeseen circumstances.
“We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this closure.
“Which is part of our efforts to ensure a serene and weather-resilient atmosphere in Lagos,” he stated.
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