The Lagos State Government has announced that the long‑awaited 20‑kilometre rehabilitation of the Eti‑Osa/Lekki/Epe Expressway will begin on *Sunday, January 25, 2026*. The work, which was paused in December to ease holiday travel, is slated to last about *64 days* and will cover the corridor from *Admiralty Way to Jubilee Bridge* on both carriageways.
To keep traffic moving, officials are rolling out a *dynamic lane‑sharing system* and an *intersection‑by‑intersection* construction method. Instead of shutting down the whole corridor, sections of the Lagos‑bound lane will be closed in phases and traffic diverted to the Epe‑bound side. During morning peak (4 a.m. – 12 p.m.) two lanes will remain open for Lagos‑bound vehicles, while one lane serves Epe‑bound traffic; the pattern flips for evening peak hours.
Key elements of the traffic‑management plan include:
– *Phased closures* at eight intersections, starting from Chevron to Igbo‑Efon, with each segment worked on for 5–18 days.
– *Road‑shoulder grading* on the Epe‑bound side to create extra space for diverted traffic.
– *Deployment of traffic officers, signage, lighting, and safety measures* throughout the corridor.
– *Alternative routes* for motorists: the *Coastal Road* via Ogombo and Abraham Adesanya, plus a secondary route from Eleganza through Orchid, Lafiaji, and Naale Street.
Commissioner for Transportation Oluwaseun Osiyemi stressed that the “dynamic lane‑sharing” approach, combined with robust signage and personnel, is designed to *reduce congestion, prevent panic, and maintain steady flow* while the asphalt pavement is upgraded. Special Adviser on Infrastructure Olufemi Daramola added that the project aims to *enhance road durability, safety, and overall commuter experience* on this critical Lagos artery.
Residents and commuters are urged to plan their journeys, use the suggested alternatives, and follow traffic officers’ directions to keep the corridor moving smoothly during the 64‑day rehabilitation window.
