The Lagos State Government has postponed the commencement of the major eight-month rehabilitation of the Lekki–Ajah corridor, pushing back a project that was originally slated to begin on Saturday, 15 November 2025.
The works, expected to run until July 2026, will now begin on a date yet to be announced.
In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the government did not provide specific reasons for the delay but explained that a revised schedule would be communicated soon.
“While preliminary activities will continue till the end of the month, full rehabilitation works will not begin until the revised schedule is announced,” Osiyemi said, adding that the administration valued residents’ patience and remains focused on delivering safer, more efficient road infrastructure.
Before the postponement, Osiyemi had outlined plans for a phased execution aimed at reducing gridlock along the already congested route.
Phase One was to cover the stretch between the Lekki First Toll Gate and the Second Toll Gate, broken into seven sections to allow staggered construction and managed traffic flow.
The corridor—one of the busiest in Lagos—has suffered years of heavy congestion, worsening road surfaces and chronic obstruction from indiscriminately parked trucks.
These challenges have compounded travel time and exacerbated daily frustrations for commuters and businesses operating in the area.
The delay also comes amid heightened public concern over how the construction might affect Detty December, the city’s peak festive season of concerts, nightlife and cultural events.
The period is known to generate significant revenue for Lagos’ nighttime economy.
Data from MO Africa Company Limited shows that nightclubs alone recorded N4.32 billion in revenue between 19 November and 26 December 2024.
While officials have not confirmed whether economic considerations informed the decision, the timing has sparked speculation that the government is keen to avoid disruptions during one of Lagos’ most profitable seasons.
The state government is expected to release the new commencement date for the rehabilitation works in the coming weeks.
