LCC Resumes Tolling At Ikoyi Link Bridge On 1st April, Says Toll Payment Starts On 16th April

Lekki Concession Company Limited resumes tolling at Ikoyi Link Bridge on 1st April, 2022 (today).

However, toll payment at the Ikoyi Link Bridge will not commence until 16th April 2022.

To ensure a smooth return, LCC says it has deployed more efficient tech at the Ikoyi Bridge Toll Plaza.

Lekki Concession Company Limited (LCC) has officially announced the formal return to tolling operations on Friday, 1st April, 2022 (today) at the Ikoyi Link Bridge Toll Plaza. The move follows months of engagement with key stakeholders within Eti-Osa /Lekki-Epe area.

However, toll payment will not commence until Wednesday 16th April 2022. A statement signed by the Managing Director of LCC, Yomi Omomuwasan, reads :

“LCC has been a worthy part of the Eti-Osa/ Lekki-Epe ecosystem and has served the community relentlessly and to the best of its ability over the years. We are encouraged by the response and the cooperation received from the vast majority of residents and stakeholders who appreciate the value we bring to bear on their daily movement and continue to register for (or update) their toll accounts in readiness for the commencement of cashless toll collection. All the points made at the engagements are well taken.

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“Whilst LCC is aware of the concerns expressed by some stakeholders regarding the return to tolling, it is common knowledge that the government cannot, on its own, meet all the infrastructural needs of the ever-growing population.

“Given that the funding for the project was secured by the initial private sector sponsors and contracts were signed with various local and international financial institutions, in the spirit of respecting the sanctity of contracts, the Lagos State Government continues to meet these obligations when it bought over the shares of LCC, thereby taking over both the assets and liabilities.

“To ensure a smooth return, LCC has deployed new and more efficient technology at the Ikoyi Bridge Toll Plaza. Therefore, to test run the new system and ensure a seamless interface with road users, the first two weeks will be completely toll – free.

LCC remains committed to providing a safer and better driving experience on the Ikoyi Link Bridge.”

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