Lagos could experience a stampede anytime soon if the government does not quickly address the issue of the pedestrian bridge located at Ketu bus stop, along Ikorodu road.
The bridge which receives a lot of commuters due to the enforcement of the law stopping people from crossing the expressway, is on the brink of collapse.
The sight on the bridge is an eyesore as hundreds of people troop to it thereby putting it under undue pressure.
According to InsideMainland the bridge can give way anytime soon. This is because the railings used in holding the advertising boards and directional signs meant for motorists and other road users are completely rust, damaged, and can fall off anytime soon if it faces any form of pressure.
A pedestrian simply identified as Remilekun called on the government to act fast to prevent a looming disaster in the area.
She said, “I’m quite surprised that the government announced plans to enforce the ban on crossing the expressway but did not make available the proper amenities that would prevent people from risking their lives to cross the expressway.”
“Using the pedestrian bridge to avoid arrest from KAI is a cause for worry while the fear that it might collapse due to pressure is another. What is even more shocking is the sight of defecation on parts of the bridge,” she added.
The bridge on Monday witnessed a large crowd as commuters trooped towards it during rush hour, thereby putting it under pressure.
We hereby call on the state government to look into the situation, and avert a needless disaster.
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Dolapo is a writer and journalist who works with YNaija. He has interests in Christianity, politics and sports.
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