The Lagos State Government has reassured Apapa stakeholders that it will not relax in its efforts to clear the standstill on the Mile2 Tincan axis.
Inspecting the Mile 2 – Tincan section of the Apapa/Oshodi Expressway, the Governor’s Special Adviser for Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, stated that despite the successes achieved in managing the flow of traffic in and out of the Port of Apapa, the state government is attempting to reduce the Solving challenges that plague the ongoing construction of the Mile2 Tincan axle.
Giwa further stated that the concerns of the truckers and construction company Hi-tech were well noted by the Traffic Management Enforcement Team, adding that they will be committed to create and implement a permanent solution to stop the gridlock on the Access lane to reduce Tincan Port.
He reiterated that the administration led by Babajide Sanwo-Olu will continue working with all stakeholders to ensure cooperation and speed in the construction of the port access roads and ensure seamless movement in and out of Apapa and its surroundings.
The Special Counsel reiterated that Okada operations are still banned in Apapa, although unruly drivers have been seen flouting the ban.
He assured that the penalties will be imposed accordingly by the security formations tasked with enforcing the ban in the state’s ten (10) local government areas.
Confirming the words of Hi-Tech’s Special Adviser, Ports Manager, Mr Willie Barkhuisen stated that the company, with the support of the State Government, will complete the rehabilitation work along the Mile 2 Tincan axis in two months.
The General Manager Engineering, Dangote Group, represented by Engr. Akinsanya Bolaji commended the Lagos State Government for its commitment and support in ensuring that rehabilitation of the port access roads is completed in record time.
He assured that Dangote Group will continue to support the improvement of port operations.
Nigerian Ports Authority Port Manager Jubril Bubba, Director Operations Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, Mr. Peter, Port Manager Hi-Tech, Willie Barkhusien and his team were also present at the Mile2 Tincan Axis inspection exercise.
