The Federal Government of Nigeria is considering a ban on heavy-duty vehicles from using the First Niger Bridge to alleviate persistent traffic congestion on the structure.
Under the proposed measure, commercial trucks and other heavy vehicles would be diverted to the Second Niger Bridge, which connects Lagos State to Ogun State across the Niger River.
The decision aims to address the chronic gridlocks that frequently affect the First Niger Bridge, a critical transport artery for goods and passengers moving between the two states.
By restricting the flow of larger, slower-moving vehicles to the newer bridge, authorities hope to improve the overall speed and safety of traffic on the First Niger Bridge.
The First and Second Niger Bridges are vital infrastructure links in the southwestern region of Nigeria, facilitating significant commercial and personal travel between Lagos and Ogun.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>