{
  "id": 3217335,
  "title": "Lagos: Nigerian govt targets 24-month completion of Carter Bridge reconstruction",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/lagos-nigerian-govt-targets-24-month-completion-of-carter-bridge",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-25T07:48:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/25/lagos-nigerian-govt-targets-24-month-completion-of-carter-bridge-reconstruction/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Nigerian government has set its sights on finishing the reconstruction of the Carter Bridge in Lagos within 24 months, down from the originally planned 36 months. Minister of Works Senator Dave Umahi made the announcement during an inspection tour of the Carter and Iddo Bridge projects in Lagos, alongside the Minister of State for Works, Senator Mohammed Goronyo, and members of the National Assembly.\n\nUmahi highlighted the bridge's critical role in Lagos' transportation network and the bridge's age, having served the city for over six decades without proper maintenance. According to Umahi, the bridge's structural integrity has been compromised, with significant deterioration due to years of neglect, detached piles, extensive rust, scouring, and illegal sand mining.\n\nTo address these issues, the government has designed a new Carter Bridge that incorporates innovative engineering features to improve traffic flow and enhance structural strength. The redesigned bridge will include additional ramps to reduce congestion, an elevated carriageway, and a cable-stayed section for navigation clearance.\n\nThe Chinese Civil Engineering Construction Company (CCECC) has completed around 15% of the preliminary work, including establishing a project yard and constructing access roads. Piling activities are expected to begin shortly. Umahi emphasized that partial closure of the bridge is not an option due to its importance to Lagos' transportation system. The government is implementing a similar strategy for the Third Mainland Bridge, where rehabilitation work aims to extend its lifespan by another 50 years. Umahi expressed confidence that the new Carter Bridge will remain functional for over a century, citing the additional protective measures incorporated into its design.",
  "summary": "The Federal Government has announced plans to complete the reconstruction of the Carter Bridge in Lagos State within 24 months, cutting the initial 36-month timeline for the project. The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, disclosed this on Monday during an inspection of the Carter Bridge and Iddo Bridge projects in Lagos. Umahi was accompanied […] Lagos: Nigerian govt targets 24-month…",
  "key_points": [
    "Nigerian government aims to complete Carter Bridge reconstruction in 24 months.",
    "Minister of Works Senator Dave Umahi announced the timeline during a tour.",
    "Bridge's new design includes additional ramps, elevated carriageway, and cable-stayed section."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}