The ongoing rehabilitation work on a section of the Marine beach bridge, inwards Apapa, which is about 200 metres, would be completed before the scheduled delivery date of August next month.
The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mr Olukayode Popoola, who gave the assurance while supervising the lifting up of the beams of some sections of the bridge said that the project, which began in May this year had recorded 30% completion.
According to the Federal Controller of Works, by next month, the contractor would be laying asphalt on top of the section, and after completion change to another section which is expected to be completed in March next year.
The Controller explained that the bearings and expansion joints were worn out and had become dangerous for use, hence, the need to lift up the bridge to repair the base and some components.
While expressing displeasure over the indiscriminate parking of articulated vehicles on bridges causing damage to the bridges, he appealed for the understanding and cooperation of motorists to ensure speedy completion of the project.
Olaoluwa Adekunle
