A severe traffic jam has brought the movement to a near standstill at the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, leaving commuters stranded in a frustrating ordeal that began in the early hours of today.
The congestion, spanning from Wawa Bus Stop to Otedola Bridge, has turned one of Nigeria’s busiest highways into a scene of chaos, with vehicles inching along at a snail’s pace. Hours into the gridlock, motorists and passengers remain trapped, their patience wearing thin as the situation shows little sign of improvement.
Eyewitnesses and affected commuters point to an accident involving two trailers along Otedola Bridge as the cause of the traffic, creating a standstill that stretched for miles. Authorities have yet to provide an official statement.
Frustration Across the Highway
Commuters caught in the snarl have voiced out, painting a vivid picture of the gridlock. Mr. Samuel Adeoye, a passenger stuck for over three hours, described the experience as nothing short of maddening. “This is frustrating,” he said, his voice heavy with exhaustion.
“I’ve been here since morning, and we’ve barely moved. I heard there was an accident, but there should be a way to ease this traffic quickly.” His sentiments reflect the growing discontent among those ensnared in the standstill.
For Mrs. Bola Omotosho, a driver battling the same gridlock, the incident is a symptom of a larger problem plaguing the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
“The government needs to do something about this road,” she urged, her tone resolute. “Accidents and traffic jams happen too often here, and it’s affecting productivity.” Her plea underscores a recurring complaint: the highway’s frequent disruptions are more than an inconvenience, they’re a drain on the economic lifeblood of Lagos and its surrounding regions.
The Lagos-Ibadan Expressway gridlock serves as a stark reminder of the infrastructure challenges facing Nigeria’s commercial hub, commuters remain stranded. For now, the highway remains a choked artery, testing the resilience of all who traverse it.
