Lagos completes repairs on section of Lekki–Ajah Expressway in record time
The Lagos State Government has completed repairs on a key section of the Lekki–Ajah Expressway.
The nine-kilometre stretch, from Chevron to Admiralty Way (Lagos-bound), was finished in 27 days, earlier than the planned 41 days. The project covers part of a wider 28-kilometre rehabilitation planned for both the Lagos-bound and Epe-bound lanes.
Officials confirm early completion
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, Olufemi Daramola, confirmed the completion during an inspection of the site alongside the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, and other officials.
Daramola explained that the rehabilitation runs from the Lekki–Ajah Bridge to Admiralty Way and that work on the Epe-bound carriageway will begin soon.
“The rehabilitation was carried out in line with international best practices, and the quality of work meets the required standards,” Daramola said.
He also noted that the government is working quickly because the corridor is strategically important and heavy rainfall could disrupt construction.
Traffic management helped the work
Osiyemi said a detailed traffic management plan was introduced to reduce delays during construction. He praised residents of Lagos for obeying traffic diversions, adding that compliance helped contractors complete the repairs faster than expected.
According to him, a similar traffic plan — with minor improvements — will be deployed when work begins on the Epe-bound lane.
What Nigerians should know
This road is one of the busiest routes linking Lekki, Ajah and major business districts.
Faster repairs mean reduced traffic delays, lower transport costs and improved safety for daily commuters.
The project shows the state’s effort to complete major road works before the rainy season, which often worsens potholes and traffic congestion.
Business owners, workers and logistics operators in the Lekki-Ajah axis are expected to benefit from smoother movement and shorter travel time.
The early completion of the Chevron–Admiralty section of the Lekki–Ajah Expressway signals a positive step in road rehabilitation in Lagos. As work moves to the Epe-bound carriageway, residents are encouraged to continue cooperating with traffic officials to ensure the remaining phases are delivered on time.
