Flooded bridge in Lagos leaves commuters stranded
Commuters and road users faced long delays on the Odo Iyaloro Bridge near Maryland, Lagos. Many blamed the gridlock on blocked drainage channels that prevented water from clearing after rainfall. The resulting flooding caused major traffic congestion, with delays spilling onto the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway and Ikorodu Road. Drivers urged authorities to address drainage maintenance to avoid similar incidents in the future.
What happened
- The Odo Iyaloro Bridge near Maryland, Lagos, was flooded, leaving commuters stranded for hours.
- Blocked drainage channels were cited as the main cause of the flooding and traffic congestion.
- Light rainfall was enough to cause significant water accumulation due to poor drainage.
- The gridlock affected not just the bridge but also extended to the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway and Ikorodu Road.
- Some drivers called on authorities to clear the blocked channels to prevent future occurrences.
