The Nigerian government has made plans to import equipment worth 1.2 million Euros to repair the Eko Bridge in Lagos state, Southwest Nigeria.
The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi stated this while speaking to journalists when he inspected the Third Mainland, Carter, Falomo, Iddo, Eko, Marina and Iganmu Bridges in Lagos State.
He explained that the equipment is needed due to the technicality of the job on Eko Bridge where the Bridge deck would be open.
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While noting that the Bridge had two major problems, he commended the last administration for the maintenance work done.
“Eko Bridge suffered two problems such as lack of maintenance, and the bearings eating up, lots of the pair gaps have serious issues but the last administration did a very good and wonderful work.
“Work is on-going, it will finish in 2024 because we are pushing for increase in the number of workers and equipment to site, they are doing a beautiful work. Without Eko Bridge, we will not have any truck coming into Island so that is our saviour.” Umahi said.
Similarly, the Minister noted that the Third Mainland Bridge, which was built 62 years ago had a problem of maintenance which according to him is causing deflection on the bridge.
He further appreciated the President and National Assembly for taking Infrastructure development seriously in Lagos State.
