Gridlock returns as trucks shut Mile 2 axis of Oshodi-Apapa Expressway

The Oshodi-Apapa Expressway in Lagos, Nigeria, is once again experiencing severe traffic congestion, marking a return of the perennial gridlock after more than two years of relative calm. Container-carrying articulated trucks and fuel tankers have resurfaced along the Mile 2-Berger Yard section of the highway.

The presence of these heavy-duty vehicles has caused a massive gridlock, completely obstructing vehicular movement. Access to the expressway and adjoining roads has been blocked, leading to significant disruption for commuters and businesses operating in the area.

The return of this traffic nightmare is a major concern for residents and stakeholders who had enjoyed a period of respite. The congestion is expected to impact logistics, supply chains, and daily commutes, raising questions about the effectiveness of previous measures to manage traffic flow in this critical economic corridor.