Third Mainland Bridge Closed By Lagos Government Ahead Of Saturday's Marathon

Motorists and commuters in Lagos State have been alerted to the closure of the Third Mainland Bridge ahead of the 6th Lagos City Marathon on Saturday, April 10.

The information was made known to the public in a travel advisory released on Friday by the Spokesperson for the Lagos State Sports Commission Titi Oshodi-Eko.

It states that the Third Mainland Bridge will be totally closed down while some roads will be totally or partially closed in preparation for the weekend race.

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The statement reads: "Some parts of the metropolis will be shut for the safety of thousands of runners, cheering fans, and residents. There will be a total closure of Third Mainland Bridge from 7:15 am to 2 pm.

"Alaka Road Service lane will be closed from 5.45 am to 7. 30am; National Stadium to Ojuelegba, Dormanlong Bridge, Onipanu, Obanikoro, and Anthony will be closed from 6.45 am to 9 am.

"Anthony to Charly Bus Stop to Oworonsoki will be closed from 7.15 am to 9 am; from Adekunle Junction linking the Third Mainland Bridge will be closed from 7.30 am to 2 pm. 

"Alternative routes have been provided to ease movement of residents who may not be watching the marathon live on television because they have urgent personal business to attend to.

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"All vehicles from Ikeja and environs heading to Victoria Island must go through Apapa and Orile to link the Eko Bridge to Victoria Island.

"Vehicles coming from Ibadan, Mowe, and environs can link Victoria Island through Ojota, Ikorodu Road, Eko Bridge to Victoria Island.

"Vehicles from Okota must go through Mile 2 to Orile, Eko Bridge to Victoria Island.

"From Sango-Otta, those going to Victoria Island must go through Mushin, Funso Williams Avenue (Western Avenue) Eko Bridge to Victoria Island.

"Vehicles coming from Epe, Ajah, Lekki, and environs must use the alternative route to Victoria Island, while Ikoyi residents going to the Mainland can use the Alfred Rewane (Kingsway Road) link to Osborne, then to the Mainland."