Heavy traffic causes chaos on Lagos-Ibadan and Sagamu-Benin roads
Commuters faced major delays as heavy gridlock brought traffic to a standstill on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and Sagamu-Benin highway. Many people were forced to trek long distances due to the disruption. The traffic jam was reportedly caused by a partial road closure at the Sagamu Interchange, linked to ongoing construction. Several drivers expressed frustration over the situation and called for better management of the roadworks.
What happened
- Heavy gridlock left commuters stranded and disrupted traffic on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and Sagamu-Benin highway.
- The partial closure at the Sagamu Interchange, due to ongoing road construction, was identified as the main cause.
- Mr Ade described how the traffic jam stretched from the Sagamu Interchange to the Ogere Remo area.
- Mr Kola Tijani had to turn back and use an alternative route after finding the Sagamu Interchange blocked.
- Some commuters urged the construction company to review its operations to reduce inconvenience.
