By DAYO ADESULU
Government Warns Motorists, Considers Additional Safety Measures
The Federal Government has expressed concern over excessive speeding on the newly rehabilitated Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State, warning that such reckless driving could lead to stricter enforcement measures.
Minister of Works Issues Warning
During a stakeholder engagement on Phase One and Phase Two of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi, highlighted the dangers of overspeeding on the bridge. He urged motorists to exercise caution, warning that if the trend continues, the government may introduce speed bumps, which could cause significant traffic congestion.
“We have to talk to our people. The speed there is terrible. If we put speed bumps in, then it is going to create heavy hold-up on the bridge,” Umahi stated.
CCTV Surveillance and Remote Monitoring
To enhance safety and traffic management, Umahi revealed that Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras have been installed on and beneath the bridge, with live monitoring set to commence soon. Officials will be on standby to monitor the footage and enforce speed regulations.
The government has also extended bridge rehabilitation efforts to Falomo, installing streetlights and additional CCTV cameras in the area.
“Whatever you are doing on that stretch from Falomo to Third Mainland Bridge and the ramps, we are seeing you. It is on camera, and we are also routing it down to Abuja,” Umahi warned.
Nationwide Infrastructure Upgrades
This initiative aligns with the Federal Government’s broader infrastructure improvement agenda, including:
- Second Niger Bridge rehabilitation
- Ongoing upgrades on Carter Bridge and Eko Bridge
- Road infrastructure projects worth N4.2 trillion across Nigeria
The government reiterated its commitment to road safety and efficient traffic management, emphasizing that reckless driving on key infrastructures like the Third Mainland Bridge will not be tolerated.
