“I think this apology is important so that we can take full responsibility as a government, both at the national and sub-national levels, for just taking our people through an unfortunate incident. It was all well intended, it was all for good causes, and it was all for us to avert a future disaster that was waiting to happen.”

He acknowledged the challenges faced by commuters due to the closure of the Independence Bridge but emphasized that the decision was made for the greater good of Lagosians. He reiterated that the repairs were crucial to prevent a potential disaster, stressing the importance of ensuring the safety and longevity of the bridge for the benefit of the city’s residents.

It was all for a good cause, it is all to avert future disaster waiting to happen. You know how life is — there is never a best time for you to do all you want to do, there will always be challenges even if you think it is the best time,” Sanwo-Olu said.
“This contract has been signed over three years ago; our duty is to preserve the integrity of the Independence Bridge — which is like one of the oldest bridges in the country.”

Governor Sanwo-Olu advised Lagos residents to plan their travels accordingly due to the ongoing repair work on the Independence Bridge. He urged commuters to consider alternative routes and adjust their schedules to minimize the impact of the traffic congestion caused by the bridge’s closure.

“If you don’t have business to do in Victoria Island in the next two to three weeks, conduct your business via social media, telephone, Zoom meetings, online meetings, let’s plan,” the governor said. “If you don’t need to come and visit somebody here, you don’t have to come.”