third mainland bridge

Godwin Emefiele

November 18, 2023

FG Set to Close Third Mainland Bridge on Monday …. | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. FG set to close Third Mainland Bridge on Monday The federal government has announced it would close the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State on Monday, 20, by 7 a.m. to begin repairs. The Federal... Read More

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Tinubu

November 6, 2023

Lagos State Shuts 3rd Mainland Bridge for Five Weeks Repair; Air Peace Secures Direct Flight Licence to London | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Lagos State shuts down Third Mainland Bridge for repair for five weeks Due to the state of the roads of the Third Mainland Bridge, the Lagos State government has decided to close sections of the... Read More

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Naira and dollar

October 20, 2023

Police Send Warning Ahead of #EndSARS Memorial; Naira Falls to ₦1,155 against the Dollar | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Police Send Warning Ahead of ENDSARS Memorial Shortly announcing the peaceful protest in remembrance of the lives lost in the #EndSARS protest on October 20, 2020, the Lagos State police department has issued a warning,... Read More

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October 17, 2023

FG Projects ₦26 Trillion for the 2024 Budget; ABCON Set to Crash the Dollar at Parallel Market, Approves New Exchange Rate | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. FG Projects ₦26 trillion for the 2024 budget On October 16, the federal government announced it would be budgeting 26 trillion as the expected expenses for 2024. The government said it would strictly adhere to... Read More

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August 18, 2023

The Dark History of Suicide Attempts on Third Mainland Bridge

In the bustling metropolis of Lagos, the Third Mainland Bridge stands as a symbol of connectivity, yet in recent years, it has also become a site of tragic endings. Stretching 11.8 kilometers, the bridge, once heralded as a solution to traffic congestion, has taken on a more sinister role in the lives of some Nigerians.... Read More

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N6bn Approved by FG for Third Mainland Bridge Maintenance

The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved N6.28 billion for surface maintenance of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State. The 24-month repair project will cover 11 kilometers of the bridge including interchanges, ramps, and critical links. The Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents after the Federal... Read More

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January 17, 2023

Charles Okocha survives car crash on Third Mainland Bridge

The Nollywood actor Charles Okocha was involved in a vehicle accident on the Third Mainland Bridge, but he was able to walk away unscathed. The actor posted a series of photos to Instagram on Monday showing his hospital stay and recovery. Okocha released videos from the scene of the accident and expressed gratitude to God... Read More

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October 8, 2020

Here’s the financial implication of FG’s two-day closure of the Third Mainland Bridge

Good road infrastructure plays an important role in the economic development of a country. And, well-developed road networks not only connect communities, they also aid seamless commercial activities. It, therefore, means that how a country manages its road infrastructure will directly impact on its economic growth. Many roads in Nigeria have a significant impact on... Read More

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Third Mainland Bridge to be shut down on Friday – FG | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Federal Government has announced that there will be a partial closure of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, from Friday night to ensure that the crucial structure does not collapse completely. Rehabilitation of the infrastructure slated to last from July 2020 to January 23, 2021 is expected to be done on a stretch of... Read More

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Lagosians lament as FG plans to shut Third Mainland Bridge for 6 months

For any red blooded Nigerian, the mention of mega city undoubtedly denotes one state in the country, and that is Lagos. The city of Lagos dating back to the 1960s has been a commercial hub, where Nigeria come to seek the sort of opportunities they may not find in their local community. While few cities... Read More

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Saraki

August 25, 2018

ICYMI: Saraki, Tambuwal clash with Tinubu; Miyetti Allah leader threatens to force Saraki out of office | Top 10 stories this week

These were the top ten stories that drove the conversation this week: National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, bared his mind on the recent defections in the polity, as he alleged that the bigwigs who left the party recently did so because the APC could not offer them what they... Read More

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The Big 5: I will probe Fayose – Fayemi, LASG wants FG to postpone closure of Third Mainland Bridge and other stories

These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Governor-elect of Ekiti, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has said it will be irresponsible of him not to probe the administration of the outgoing governor of the state, Ayo Fayose. Fayemi who was speaking to State House correspondents after a closed-door meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential... Read More

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Prayer

Opinion: Suicide- Religious leaders are not doing enough

by Owolabi Afeez Ashola I wondered why someone will think the exit route to end difficulties of life is by taking his or her own life. I then realised the person was probably going through depression, despair, health issues, marital issues, low self-esteem and so on. But after suicide, is that the end? There is... Read More

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Doctor’s mother says recovered corpse not her son

The mother of a medical doctor, Allwell Orji who jumped into the Lagoon along the Third Mainland Bridge has said the body recovered on Tuesday was not her son’s. The spokesperson for the Zone 2 Police Command, SP Dolapo Badmos said, “The mother has come to identify the body recovered, but she said the deceased was... Read More

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Man reportedly jumps into lagoon from Third Mainland Bridge

by Dolapo Adelana An unidentified man has reportedly jumped into the Lagos Lagoon from the Third Mainland Bridge. It was gathered that the man, who was being driven by his driver in a Black Mercedes Benz GL 450 with Lagos plate number JJJ 308 BL was receiving a call when he suddenly asked his driver... Read More

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February 19, 2017

Fire engulf parts of Makoko in Lagos (WATCH)

by Dolapo Adelana Some parts of Makoko, a slum in Lagos on Sunday was engulfed by fire. The cause of the fire which is yet unknown destroyed houses and properties in the area area, located just close to the popular Third Mainland Bridge https://www.instagram.com/p/BQtFuDOB-ZC/

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December 28, 2016

Police arrests militant plotting to bomb Third Mainland Bridge

The Police has arrested a militant who has allegedly been planning with his gang to blow up the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos. According to the police, the suspect, Abiodun Amos was arrested with two AK 47 Rifles, two cartons of Explosives and detonators. An official of the Police Public Relation office, Jimoh Moshood, confirmed the... Read More

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September 23, 2016

BRT vehicle in flames in Lagos Island (PHOTOS)

A Bus Rapid Transport (BRT) vehicle on Friday went up in flames at Adeniji bus stop in Lagos Island. There are no reports yet as to what caused the inferno, neither is there any status as the number of persons affected. The incident has caused gridlock to vehicular movement on the Third Mainland Bridge, and... Read More

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August 15, 2016

5 die in Third Mainland Bridge accident

Five persons were confirmed dead on Sunday after three vehicles crashed on the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos. 13 other passengers were injured in the accident that involved a LAGBUS, a Rover Jeep and a Hilux pickup. According to The Punch, the accident ensued at about 6pm on Sunday around the UNILAG Waterfront end of the bridge. An official of... Read More

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Woman tries to jump off Third Mainland Bridge with 12 month old baby

A nursing mother and mother of four identified as Halimat Adegoke almost jumped over the Third Mainland bridge to her death with her 12 months old baby yesterday evening but for the intervention of men of the Rapid Response Squad (RSS). A vigilant cab driver had noticed the strange behavior of the woman and alerted the... Read More

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August 12, 2015

[UPDATE] This is the casualty rate of the Lagos Lagoon helicopter crash

An helicopter crashed into the Lagos lagoon a few hours ago. The chopper, which crashed into the Oworonsoki end of the lagoon, was reported to have 12 people on board. The helicopter was said to be coming from Port Harcourt and heading to Lagos Island. Out of the 12 passengers, three were confirmed dead while four... Read More

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Ghastly accident on 3rd mainland bridge today (PHOTOS)

A ghastly accident occured today on the third mainland bridge. The number of casualties is yet to be affirmed, however eyewitnesses claimed the bus was in top speed when it suddenly flipped and somersaulted. We shall bring you more details shortly.

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Details of how 2 people died on 3rd Mainland Bridge yesterday (Viewer Discretion)

by Anike Jacobs Yesterday, two people were crushed to death following an accident on the 3rd Mainland Bridge, Lagos. According to Punch Newspaper reports, the who were travelling on a motorcycle rode against traffic inwards Lagos Island when they were crushed to death. A traffic policeman who witnessed the incident said the victims rode along... Read More

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Fatal accident kills bike driver, passenger on 3rd Mainland Bridge (VIEWER DISCRETION)

by Anike Jacobs A fatal accident occurred on the Third mainland bridge, in Lagos, a few hours ago. Details are still sketchy but Twitter users who witnessed the tragic incident and shared photos, say the accident led to the death of a bike rider and its passenger.

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January 30, 2015

How bus passenger died after jumping into the Lagos lagoon

by Temitope Onitiju A man has died after throwing himself into the Lagoon from the top of the Third Mainland Bridge on Thursday, January 29. The man, identified as Okechukwu Ezeigbo, was in a commercial bus heading towards Obalende, on the Lagos Island area of Lagos when he suddenly asked the driver of the bus to stop. After... Read More

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How 22-year-old man drowned in Third Mainland Bridge lagoon, abandoned by friends

by Kolapo Olapoju Sule Jimoh, a 22-year-old man, has drowned in the Lagoon River on the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos, after a picnic outing with his friends on Sunday, 3 August. His friends and witnesses of the incident, Seun Atoyede, Habeeb Balogun and Adewale Adigun, initially attempted to run away from the scene of... Read More

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February 1, 2014

Hilarious: Ladies, this might just be your best bet to beat Lagos traffic (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Twenty First Century fashion has totally gone off the roof with the ladies daily keeping up with the Kardashians joneses. From push-up bras to Brazilian hair, to butt pads and fake eyelashes not unlike the one we have above. With eyelashes this long ladies only need to blink super-fast in traffic to... Read More

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January 28, 2014

Panic as vehicle burns on Third Mainland Bridge (See Photos)

by Oge Okonkwo An accident was said to have occurred at the Oworosoki part of the 3rd Mainland bridge, Lagos involving a 14-seater bus. According to reports, the bus went up in flames as passengers struggled to get free and one person reportedly died in the accident. Other passengers were injured in the accident. Traffic... Read More

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November 7, 2013

She’s going nowhere: Wizkid’s girlfriend, Tania Omotayo survives “speeding car + tire bursting” [TWEETS]

by Oge Okonkwo Tania Omotayo, girlfriend of music star Wizkid, is thanking God for her life. She just revealed on Twitter that she escaped what could have been a fatal car accident on third mainland bridge. Ms. Omotayo through her tweets said the car she was riding in was on top speed when the tyre... Read More

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