The Lagos State Government has announced the commencement of major rehabilitation works on the Lekki–Ajah Expressway, scheduled to run from Saturday, November 15, 2025, to Wednesday, July 15, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance road quality and ease traffic congestion in the area.
The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, who disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, said the eight-month project would be executed in two phases to minimise inconvenience to road users.
“The rehabilitation is being undertaken to improve the structural integrity and smoothness of the Lekki–Ajah corridor, one of the busiest routes in Lagos. The works will be implemented in phases to ensure minimal disruption to vehicular movement,” Osiyemi said.
According to Osiyemi, the first phase will cover seven sections between the 1st and 2nd toll gates. During this period, one of the two lanes will be closed at a time, allowing motorists to ply the other lane until repairs are completed.
“Motorists heading towards Lekki and Ajah will have a through passage during this phase, as traffic management officers will be on ground to ensure free flow,” he added.
The second phase, Osiyemi explained, will involve four sections between the 2nd Toll Gate and the Ajah Under-Bridge. Traffic from Ajah inward Lekki will be diverted to one lane while work progresses on the other.
“When the first lane is completed, construction will switch to the second lane. Throughout this phase, motorists heading towards Ajah will experience continuous movement,” he stated.
Osiyemi urged motorists to exercise patience and obey traffic officials and directional signs, as some sections of the road will be partially closed during the repair period.
“We appeal for understanding from all road users. The temporary inconvenience is necessary to deliver long-term road improvements that will enhance commuting experience and reduce travel time,” the Commissioner noted.
He reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to sustainable transport infrastructure and assured that the project, once completed, would significantly improve mobility and safety along the Lekki–Ajah axis.
