Lagos government initiates an extensive eight-month overhaul of the Lekki-Ajah thoroughfare this Saturday.
The Lagos State Government has launched a comprehensive eight-month reconstruction of the Lekki-Ajah corridor, a vital artery that endures significant traffic congestion on a daily basis. This ambitious project is slated to unfold from November 15, 2025, until July 15, 2026, and is part of the state’s overarching strategy to enhance transportation infrastructure and alleviate congestion issues.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, announced that initial preparations have already commenced. He elaborated that the development will be divided into two distinct phases to minimize inconvenience to drivers.
“Phase One will encompass the segment from the Lekki first toll gate to the Lekki second toll gate and will be executed in seven segments,” Osiyemi explained. “During the construction process, one of the two lanes will be closed, compelling motorists to utilize the other lane. As the first lane reaches completion, attention will transition to the second lane.”
He reassured that travelers heading towards Lekki and Ajah would still enjoy uninterrupted passage during this stage.
Phase Two, as described by Osiyemi, will extend from the Lekki second toll gate to the Ajah under-bridge, divided into four sections.
“Motorists coming from Ajah towards Lekki will be redirected to a single lane while repairs are in progress. Once the initial lane is finished, we will shift our focus to the second lane, ensuring a seamless flow towards Ajah,” he clarified. The commissioner urged patience and collaborative spirit from road users throughout the timeframe of the project, emphasizing that measures will be taken to sustain traffic movement despite the partial lane closures.
“These repairs are part of the Lagos State Government’s unwavering commitment to enhancing road quality and facilitating smoother traffic across the metropolis,” Osiyemi added.
The Lekki-Ajah corridor serves as a crucial lifeline for commuters and commercial transport, and authorities anticipate that this rehabilitation will bolster road safety and augment travel efficiency upon completion.
The Guardian reports that the Lagos government had reopened the Ogudu/Ifako bridge on September 30th after an extended closure for repairs, alleviating congestion along one of the city’s busiest routes.
The renovation was finalized within 78 days, ahead of the anticipated 101-day timeline, with Olufemi Daramola, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, noting that the prompt completion was facilitated by the collaboration of contractors, security agencies, and the support of Lagos residents.
“Neglected issues in the expansion joints, if ignored, could have jeopardized the safety of motorists and further compromised the heavily-trafficked bridge,” Daramola stated. “We undertook this upgrade to ensure safety. Thankfully, through the collaboration of the community, we have achieved delivery ahead of our schedule.”
