Says rehabilitation on Third Mainland Bridge 99% complete
The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to safeguarding critical infrastructure in Lagos, with ongoing projects at the Outer Marina shoreline and the Third Mainland Bridge nearing completion.

During an inspection led by the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Works, Akin Alabi, the Federal Controller of Works, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, highlighted the progress of the shoreline protection project at Outer Marina, which is currently 30 per cent complete.

Kesha explained that deteriorated sheet piles along the shoreline necessitated the construction of a new concrete wall to prevent erosion. “The lifespan of this road has increased by more than 25 years with the new reinforcement,” she said.

Acknowledging initial delays due to the absence of drawings, she assured that the contractor is now on track to complete the project within the remaining 22 months of the 30-month timeline.

Alabi commended the technical efforts led by Minister David Umahi and praised the Lagos Controller for her oversight. “This project requires significant expertise. The last intervention here was over 40 years ago. Without this, we risk losing vital assets,” he noted.

Meanwhile, according to Kesha, emergency rehabilitation works on the Third Mainland Bridge are 99 per cent complete. She confirmed that only minor sections between Adeniji and Falomo roundabout remain unfinished due to vandalism.

The project has included replacement of expansion joints, asphalt relaying, parapet repairs, guardrail installations, and new CCTV cameras monitored from a dedicated control room.

Kesha assured the vandalised sections would be repaired before the project’s handover, emphasising its readiness for commissioning once resolved.

Alabi expressed satisfaction with the bridge’s progress, noting the addition of the CCTV control room since the committee’s last visit. He commended the collaborative efforts of the Federal Ministry of Works and construction firm CCECC.

Alabi urged the swift completion of the remaining sections to enhance safety and security. “The last part is vulnerable. It must be completed quickly to deter criminal activities,” he said.

He added that the National Assembly will support funding requests to ensure the projects’ full completion, underscoring Parliament’s role in appropriation and oversight.