The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the installation of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras to monitor activities from Falomo to the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State and its ramps remotely from Abuja.
This was disclosed by the Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi, during a stakeholder engagement on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, explaining that the cameras would enhance security and surveillance on the bridge and its surrounding areas.
Umahi stated that the government had extended rehabilitation works from the Third Mainland Bridge to Falomo, incorporating streetlights and additional CCTV cameras while emphasizing that all activities along the route would be closely observed in real-time from Abuja, similar to the surveillance system in place on the Second Niger Bridge.
The minister issued a stern warning to motorists about excessive speeding on the newly rehabilitated Third Mainland Bridge, expressing concerns about the potential for accidents. He cautioned that if speeding persists, might be forced to introduce speed bumps, which could lead to severe traffic congestion. Officials will rely on CCTV footage to enforce speed limits effectively.
It will be recalled that the Federal Government had earlier set a speed limit of 80 km/hr on the Third Mainland Bridge following five months of extensive repairs. The bridge was reopened in April 2024, with speed limit signs strategically placed to guide motorists and prevent accidents.
Authorities have also warned that motorists caught overspeeding on the bridge will face severe penalties when renewing their driving licenses in Lagos State. This measure is aimed at ensuring compliance and promoting road safety along the critical transportation corridor.