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During the Lagos West Senatorial District Town Hall Meeting at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu assured property owners of compensation in the event of their structures being demolished for the construction of the Fourth Mainland Bridge. He stated that the construction is scheduled to commence in the first quarter of 2024, specifically mentioning the end of March or April as the likely start date.
Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasized that the construction of the bridge will be carried out in phases and assured that extensive work has already been undertaken in preparation for the commencement of the project. He acknowledged that some properties and businesses may be affected but reiterated the commitment to compensate both landlords and tenants if their properties or businesses are disturbed by the construction. He emphasized that the impact would be along existing corridors and pledged to ensure fair compensation, preventing any undue advantage being taken.
Regarding the start of the construction, Governor Sanwo-Olu highlighted the significant progress made on the bridge and the need for innovative financing. He expressed gratitude for reaching the final stage of the construction and reaffirmed the commitment to breaking ground within the first quarter of the year, aiming for a commencement by the end of March or April.
The Fourth Mainland Bridge project, initiated by the Lagos State Government, is a 38km-long bridge connecting Lagos Island through Langbasa (Lekki) and Baiyeku (Ikorodu) across the Lagos Lagoon to Itamaga in Ikorodu. The bridge is designed as a 2 x 4 lane carriageway cross-sectional road with provisions for Bus Rapid Transit Lane and future road expansion.
Furthermore, Governor Sanwo-Olu revealed plans for the unveiling of the Lagos Red Line rail in February, noting that the state government had formally invited President Bola Tinubu to officiate the launch of the rail line.
The Red Line rail, a 37-kilometre North-South route from Agbado to Marina, will consist of 13 stations at Agbado, Iju, Agege, Ikeja, Murtala Muhammed International Airport International Wing, MMIA Domestic, Oshodi, Mushin, Yaba, Ebute Metta, Iddo, Ebute Ero, and Marina.
