The Federal Government on Monday suspended ongoing construction works at the Lagos-Ibadan expressway ahead of the Eid holiday.
According to a statement by Federal Controller of Works, Lagos, Engr. (Mrs) O. I. Kesha said the suspension will take effect from Tuesday-Sunday.
It added that construction works will resume next Monday after the festive season.
The statement read, “Due to the recent heavy traffic flow being experienced on the Lagos Shagamu route in the last couple of days, the inclement weather conditions, the forthcoming Eid Kabir & the advice of the traffic management team deployed to manage traffic related issues on the project, Construction activities on this ever busy & very important highway will be suspended from Tuesday, 27th of June to Sunday,2nd of July,2023.
“This is to allow travellers easy passage during the Eid holiday & minimise the discomfort during this very important period.
“Travelers are advised to cooperate with Traffic Management Team deployed on the highway to manage traffic.”
