The Federal Government has ordered the immediate repairs on the Lagos–Ota–Abeokuta Road to address critical failures and restore traffic flow.
Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, gave the directive during an inspection of the federal highway linking Lagos and Ogun states.
Umahi said although about 22 kilometres of the road were assessed, active intervention would focus on approximately 18 kilometres of the most distressed sections.
According to him, about 60 kilometres are being handled along the corridor, with construction being executed in phases based on urgency.
Umahi attributed the failures on the road to unresolved concession issues and incorrect engineering parameters adopted during earlier construction.
He said repair works would commence immediately, mostly at night, and would target sections that currently hinder the free movement of vehicles.
“Low-lying failed areas will be reconstructed with concrete to ensure durability,” Umahi said.
The Minister noted that the Ota-bound carriageway has suffered more severe damage than the Lagos-bound carriageway.
He added that a second phase of the project would involve full resurfacing, replacement of bridge expansion joints, and installation of solar-powered streetlights.
Umahi assured that the concessionaire would operate and maintain the road once the ongoing works are completed.
