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FG re-opens Eko Bridge after 15 months of closure – VANGUARD NEWS

Gov Babajide of Lagos State Reopens Eko Bridge

The Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu (second right) addressing journalists at the reopening of Apongbon Bridge in Lagos, on Saturday, July 8, 2023. With him are his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Gboyega Akosile (right); Permanent Secretary, Office of Infrastructure, Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, Lagos State, Olufemi Daramola (second left); and General Manager, Lagos State Public Works Corporation, Lateef Somide (left).

The Federal Government in collaboration with Lagos State Government, has reopened the Eko Bridge, after 15 months of closure due to rehabilitation work.

Recall that the bridge was severely damaged at Apogbon section during a fire caused by illegal trading under it.

The intensity of the inferno was said to have weakened major components and supporting pillars of the bridge, prompting its closure for extensive repair on the entire stretch.

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