OPEBI-MENDE-OJOTA LINK BRIDGE READY IN 2ND QUARTER OF 2024, SAYS SANWO-OLU
Written by Olakunle Oke on December 6, 2023
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared that the much-anticipated Opebi-Mende-Ojota Link Bridge and its connecting arterial roads will be ready for public use by the second quarter of 2024.
Governor Sanwo-Olu made this announcement during a recent inspection tour of the ongoing project, addressing journalists at the Odo Iya Alaro area. He revealed that the project, initiated over a year ago, has achieved approximately 65% completion.
Expressing optimism for the bridge’s impact on traffic flow, Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasized its numerous benefits. He stated that the Opebi-Mende-Ojota link will provide:
- Alternative routes: Motorists travelling between Toyin, Allen, Opebi, and Ojota, as well as those connecting Maryland with Ikeja and its environs, will have additional options.
- Reduced congestion: Traffic on Kudirat Abiola Way and Mobolaji Bank Anthony is expected to decrease significantly.
- Improved traffic flow: The bridge will contribute to smoother traffic flow throughout the area, benefiting commuters and businesses alike.
The completion of the Opebi-Mende-Ojota link and connecting roads is a significant development for Lagos State. It is expected to improve transportation efficiency, reduce travel time, and enhance overall economic activity within the region.
