The Nigerian government told people they can use the Independence Bridge again right away. This bridge sits in Victoria Island, Lagos State, where cars have been backed up for miles lately. Works Minister Dave Umahi made this call Wednesday, according to someone who knows about these decisions. We don't have all the facts yet about why they changed their minds.
Traffic became terrible after workers started fixing this bridge. Many drivers felt stuck and angry during their daily trips. The federal government had shut down Independence Bridge starting April 1, 2025, saying they needed to make important repairs to keep everyone safe. They didn't expect the traffic problems would grow this bad this fast.
Drivers spent hours trapped in their cars because of the closed bridge. Many people couldn't reach work on time or make it home to their families. The situation created stress for thousands of Lagos residents who depend on this route every day. Some businesses near the bridge area lost money because customers couldn't reach them.
Frustrated travelers begged officials to let cars cross the bridge again. They claimed the repair schedule created impossible traffic situations throughout Victoria Island. Their complaints finally reached government offices. Minister Umahi apparently agreed that the traffic problems outweighed the need for immediate repairs in that area of Lagos.
Traffic became terrible after workers started fixing this bridge. Many drivers felt stuck and angry during their daily trips. The federal government had shut down Independence Bridge starting April 1, 2025, saying they needed to make important repairs to keep everyone safe. They didn't expect the traffic problems would grow this bad this fast.
Drivers spent hours trapped in their cars because of the closed bridge. Many people couldn't reach work on time or make it home to their families. The situation created stress for thousands of Lagos residents who depend on this route every day. Some businesses near the bridge area lost money because customers couldn't reach them.
Frustrated travelers begged officials to let cars cross the bridge again. They claimed the repair schedule created impossible traffic situations throughout Victoria Island. Their complaints finally reached government offices. Minister Umahi apparently agreed that the traffic problems outweighed the need for immediate repairs in that area of Lagos.
