The Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion at Ikeja Along Bus Stop, located between Ile Zik and Conoil Petrol Station on the Oshodi-bound lane. The diversion will be in effect from Saturday, August 17, to Sunday, August 18, 2024, from midnight to 4 am each day to facilitate the demolition of the old pedestrian bridge.
Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, confirmed the change, noting that only one lane will be available to motorists between Ile Zik Bus Stop and Conoil Petrol Filling Station. The diversion will not affect traffic traveling towards Dopemu/Abule Egba. Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) will oversee the flow of vehicles and ensure minimal disruption.
BRT Passengers Attacked in Orile
In related news, passengers on a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) bus were attacked and robbed by street thugs in Orile, Lagos State, on Tuesday. The thugs, posing as protesters against a motorcycle seizure by the task force, targeted the bus around 1 pm, stealing passengers’ valuables and causing damage to the vehicle. The attack lasted 20 to 30 minutes without police intervention. Victims, including Dare Abiola, reported the theft of personal items and expressed frustration at the lack of security response.
Hyelsinta Hassan