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By Lukman Olabiyi
Lagos State Government has given update on the massive gridlock experienced at the Berger-OPIC axis on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
Commissioner for Transportation, Dr. Frederic Oladeinde, in a statement, said governments of Lagos and Ogun States had been working with the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing to ensure the congestion experienced at OPIC-Berger on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway between August 26 and 27 did not reoccur.
“The ongoing work on the Berger-OPIC Axis is geared towards the timely completion of the reconstruction of the expressway to deliver a world class road that will make driving on the expressway a smooth experience.
“As highlighted in a statement released by the Federal Controller, Engr. F. Oloyede, the public should note that the massive traffic gridlock was due to the impatience of some motorists who drive against traffic at the slightest excuse, thus causing enormous hardship to other motorists.
“As agreed by all parties, the contractor has been directed to block all illegal road diversions, especially between Magboro and OPIC. This is to prevent the illegal U-turn at OPIC, which also exacerbates the gridlock within that axis,” he said.
