Lagos govt announces traffic diversion for APC rallies

The Lagos State Government has announced traffic diversion from some routes within the state owing to the presidential and governorship rallies of the All Progressives Congress scheduled to be held on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at the Teslim Balogun Stadium in the Surulere area of the state.

The Ministry of Transportation, in a press release signed by the state Commissioner for Transportation, Frederic Oladeinde, on Wednesday, advised residents of the state to plan their movement on the day of the rallies.

According to the release, directional signs, tow vehicles, and barricades would be made available. Oladeinde also assured that traffic management personnel would be on standby to provide assistance and guide motorists/pedestrians during the rallies.

While reiterating that only accredited vehicles, security, emergency and essential services vehicles will be provided privileged access at the diversion points, the Transport Commissioner also commend Lagosians for their patience and understanding.

He solicited residents’ cooperation with all the law enforcement officials assigned to carry out their respective tasks.

The rallies are expected to take place from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday, according to the statement.

Lagos govt announces traffic diversion for APC rallies