On Tuesday morning in Nigeria, severe gridlock affected traffic on key highways including the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and the Sagamu-Benin highway. The disruption was primarily attributed to a partial road closure at the Sagamu Interchange, resulting from ongoing road construction work. The traffic jam extended significantly, stranding commuters and causing many to opt for trekking as an alternative means of transportation.

Eyewitness accounts highlighted the extent of the gridlock, with reports indicating that delays stretched from the Sagamu Interchange area, reaching close to the Ogere Remo vicinity around Animal Care. Drivers caught in the traffic were forced to reconsider their routes, with some, like Mr. Kola Tijani, abandoning their original travel plans to seek alternatives via the Siun route. Such routes, however, are not guaranteed to be free of congestion, given the overall pressure on transport routes due to the construction.

This incident underscores the broader implications of ongoing infrastructure projects in Nigeria, particularly regarding their impact on daily commuters and the broader economy. While road improvements are essential, the challenges of managing traffic flow during construction periods present significant concerns for urban mobility, highlighting a need for better traffic management strategies and communication to mitigate the fallout from these necessary but disruptive upgrades.