Sanwo-Olu Opens 3 New Inner Roads In Iru-Victoria Island Corridor, Reduces Journey Time By 40 Minutes

Sanwo-Olu opens three upgraded Inner roads in Iru-Victoria Island Corridor, reducing journey time by 40 minutes.

Initiative aimed at decongesting traffic along the Corridor as well as enhance the overall transportation network within the city.

Governor said that 29 new roads has been commissioned in 3 months, adding that 17 will be opened before the end of Q1.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday, inaugurated three newly built roads in Eti Osa Local Government Area, an initiative he said will not only decongest traffic along the Corridor but also enhance the overall transportation network within the city.

Sanwo-Olu commissioned the upgraded and dualised 2.8km-long Chief Yesufu Abiodun Oniru Road and Akiogun Road and also inaugurated newly constructed 550 metre Abudu Street in Victoria Island.

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At the commissioning, Sanwo-Olu said that new road networks, which reduces journey time by 40 minutes, will serve as a lifeline that would bring relief to commuters, boost economic activities, and enhance the quality of life for residents.

The Governor said:

“This network of roads is a key component of the Transportation and Traffic Management Pillar under our administration’s THEMES Agenda. The strategic needs of the projects underscore our commitment to creating a smarter and more efficient transportation system that supports sustainable development and improves the ease of doing business in Lagos.”

“The upgrade and expansion of the roads reflect our belief that investing in infrastructure is investing in the future of Lagos. By reducing traffic gridlock, these projects will not only make life easier for commuters but also attract more businesses to the Lekki-Victoria Island axis, reinforcing its status as the premier business and real estate corridor in the country.”

Sanwo-Olu disclosed the three roads made it the 29th newly built infrastructure projects he would be commissioning over the last two three months. He further disclosed that there were additional 17 roads projects at different stages of completion that would be commissioned before the end of the year’s first quarter.

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