The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to install pedestrian bridges at strategic points along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The resolution comes in response to a motion presented by Rep. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe of the All Progressives Party during a plenary session, representing Oluyole Federal Constituency.
In a statement issued by Akande-Sadipe’s Special Assistant on Media, Mr. Olamilekan Olusada, the motion aims to address the safety concerns arising from the absence of pedestrian bridges on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The growth of Ibadan, now the third-largest city globally according to United Nations data, underscores the need for enhanced safety measures.
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The motion specifically urges the Federal Ministry of Works to prioritize the construction of pedestrian bridges at critical locations along the expressway.
Akande-Sadipe emphasized that the highly populated sections traversed by the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway have become a vital corridor for daily activities.
However, the lack of pedestrian bridges compromises the safety of both pedestrians and drivers, leading to a concerning number of fatal accidents.
Despite ongoing safety advocacy, the construction of pedestrian bridges has been overlooked during the development of the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, turning it into what Akande-Sadipe describes as a ‘death trap.’
The motion identifies specific locations, including the Technical University, Toll Gate in Ibadan, Félele, Sóka, Sanyo, Bólúwaji, Academy, and Eléruku, where pedestrian bridges are deemed crucial for preserving lives, enhancing commuter safety, especially for school children, and sustaining the economic vitality of these densely populated areas.
Akande-Sadipe called on the Federal Ministry of Works to allocate funds for the construction of pedestrian bridges in these identified locations in the 2024 budget estimates.
Additionally, she urged the House Committee on Works and Appropriation to ensure strict adherence to these vital safety measures.
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