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21 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT PROPOSED FOURTH MAINLAND BRIDGE By Dennis Isong
Spanning about 37 kilometers, the bridge will initiate from Abraham Adesanya in Ajah, traverse the Eti-Osa-Lekki-Epe corridor, and extend northwest towards the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
THE much-anticipated construction of the Fourth Mainland Bridge in Lagos is set to commence in the first quarter of 2024, as announced by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu during the Lagos West Senatorial District Town Hall Meeting.
Here are 21 crucial details that shed light on this transformative infrastructure project:
- COMMENCEMENT AND CONSTRUCTION:
The Governor has confirmed that construction is scheduled to begin by the end of March or April 2024, adopting a phased approach to minimize disruptions caused by building demolitions. - LENGTH AND CONNECTIVITY:
The Fourth Mainland Bridge is an ambitious 38km-long project by the Lagos State Government, linking Lagos Island through Langbasa and Baiyeku in Ikorodu across the Lagos Lagoon to Itamaga in Ikorodu. - CARRIAGEWAY DESIGN:
This 2 x 4 lane carriageway boasts a cross-sectional road configuration with provisions for a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Lane and considerations for future road contraction. - ARCHITECTURAL INNOVATION:
The Fourth Mainland Bridge project introduces a paradigm shift in architectural design and engineering. Envisioned as more than just a transportation structure, its innovative architecture combines functionality with aesthetic appeal, creating an iconic landmark that reflects the forward-looking vision of Lagos. - PROJECTED COST AND FUNDING:
Estimated at around $2.5 billion, the project is set to be executed through a public-private partnership initiative with tolling expected for the initial two years. - PREFERRED BIDDER:
In December 2022, the CCECC-CRCCIG CONSORTIUM was announced as the preferred bidder, entrusted with executing the project in alignment with the state government’s plans. - CONSTRUCTION TIMELINE:
Initially slated for 2017 with a projected completion in 2019, the project faced delays. The new timeline, following its commencement, aims for completion in 2027. - INTEGRATION WITH EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE:
Eight roads, including major arteries like the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and Igbogbo-Lagos, will be aligned with the Fourth Mainland Bridge, enhancing connectivity across the city. - TRAFFIC RELIEF:
Positioned as a complement to the existing Eko, Carter, and Third Mainland Bridges, the Fourth Mainland Bridge is anticipated to significantly reduce traffic congestion. - SIZE AND SCALE:
Upon completion, it is poised to become the second-longest bridge in Africa, featuring three toll plazas, nine interchanges, a 4.5-kilometer Lagoon Bridge, and an environmentally conscious design. - COMPENSATION FOR DISPLACED RESIDENTS:
Governor Sanwo-Olu assures fair compensation for tenants and landlords affected by building demolitions during the construction process. - VISIONARY ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES:
The project envisions an eco-friendly environment, ensuring that as Lagos expands, it does so with a commitment to sustainability. - LEKKI-EPE CORRIDOR SPAN:
Spanning about 37 kilometers, the bridge will initiate from Abraham Adesanya in Ajah, traverse the Eti-Osa-Lekki-Epe corridor, and extend northwest towards the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. - ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS:
With a forward-looking approach, the Fourth Mainland Bridge project places a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability. - Designed to integrate seamlessly with the natural surroundings, the bridge aims to minimize its ecological footprint, ensuring that as Lagos expands, it does so in harmony with the delicate balance of its environment.
- PROJECTED ECONOMIC IMPACT:
The construction and completion of the Fourth Mainland Bridge are anticipated to have a substantial economic impact. - The increased connectivity and improved transportation infrastructure are expected to stimulate economic activities, creating new opportunities for businesses and fostering overall economic growth.
- TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS:
Leveraging modern engineering and construction techniques, the Fourth Mainland Bridge represents a leap forward in technological advancements. The project incorporates state-of-the-art features, setting a benchmark for future infrastructure projects within and beyond the region. - COLLABORATIVE PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP:
The Fourth Mainland Bridge project exemplifies a successful collaboration between the public and private sectors. The involvement of the CCECC-CRCCIG CONSORTIUM as the preferred bidder showcases the effectiveness of public-private partnerships in driving large-scale infrastructure developments. - JOB CREATION:
The construction phase of the Fourth Mainland Bridge is poised to generate a substantial number of employment opportunities. From skilled labor to support staff, the project will contribute to job creation, providing livelihoods for many within the local community. - ENHANCED REGIONAL CONNECTIVITY:
Beyond its local impact, the Fourth Mainland Bridge is positioned to enhance regional connectivity. Strengthening links between different parts of Lagos, the bridge will contribute to a more integrated and accessible metropolitan area. - CULTURAL INTEGRATION:
The lower level of the bridge, known as ‘Lagos Life,’ is designed to facilitate social, commercial, and cultural interactions. This innovative approach promotes cultural integration, fostering a sense of community and shared experiences among the diverse population of Lagos. - TOURISM BOOST:
The completion of the Fourth Mainland Bridge is expected to boost tourism in Lagos. The iconic structure, coupled with the improved accessibility it provides, is likely to attract visitors interested in experiencing the vibrancy and diversity of one of Africa’s most dynamic cities.
As the Fourth Mainland Bridge takes shape, these additional points further emphasize the multifaceted impact of this transformative project on Lagos and its residents.
For real estate investors, the evolving landscape presents a wealth of opportunities, from economic growth and technological advancements to cultural integration and increased tourism appeal.
Investing in areas surrounding the Fourth Mainland Bridge is not just a financial decision; it’s a strategic move towards being part of the city’s future prosperity.
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UN approves new world map replacing 16th century Mercator map
The outcome is expected to result in an update of classroom curriculums and everyday technology given the wide usage of the Mercator projection in education, technology and governance.
The United Nations has voted to adopt a resolution for the world to formally phase out the traditional Mercator map of the globe in favour of one that more accurately displays Africa’s size.
The Guardian UK, reported that in a session at its headquarters in New York, on Friday, the UN general assembly officially retired the 16th-century Mercator projection in favour of one based on the more accurate 2018 Equal Earth design.
At the session, 164 countries voted in favour of the resolution. Only the US voted no, with its representative saying the resolution was “superfluous”. There were six abstentions.
UN resolutions are non-enforceable, so countries and institutions will not be mandated to use only the new projection or forbidden from using the old one.
However, the outcome is expected to result in an update of classroom curriculums and everyday technology given the wide usage of the Mercator projection in education, technology and governance.
Togo, which spearheaded a campaign for the resolution on behalf of the African Union, said the resolution “recognises and affirms that disproportionate cartographic representations, particularly those resulting from the Mercator projection, have had lasting cognitive, educational, cultural, geopolitical and socioeconomic effects, contributing to a drastic reduction in the perceived size of Africa and other regions of the world in the global collective imagination”.
Speaking before the resolution passed, Robert Dussey, Togo’s foreign affairs minister, said: “This discussion is not a political discussion [but] a scientific discussion, because there is scientific proof so we all have to accept the reality.”
The Mercator layout was introduced by the Flemish cartographer Gerardus Mercator in 1569 to help sailors navigate the seas. Almost five centuries later, it remains the global standard.
Because of its projection style, however, regions near the equator appear significantly smaller than they are, whereas high-latitude areas look much larger. For example, the map shows Africa as being similar in size to Greenland, but the continent is 14 times larger than the Danish territory.
“You could fit the United States, China, India, Japan, Mexico and much of Europe into Africa and still have land to spare,” says a petition on Change.org for the #CorrectTheMap campaign, which has more than 11,000 signatures.
The African Union endorsed the campaign in August 2025 and then asked Togo to spearhead its adoption.
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BBC Appoints Kakangi Editor Hausa Service
Kakangi is a Senior Digital Journalist with over 10 years of experience producing high-quality content for global platforms.
•Haruna Ibrahim Kakangi
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has appointed Haruna Ibrahim Kakangi as the editor of BBC Hausa Service on a one-year attachment.
Before his appointment, Kakangi was a Senior Digital Journalist at BBC World Service.
He replaces Aliyu Tanko, who resigned from the BBC in August 2025 following allegations of bullying and maltreatment raised by his former colleague, Halima Umar Saleh, and some current staff members.
Kakangi is a Senior Digital Journalist with over 10 years of experience producing high-quality content for global platforms.
He has a track record in producing impactful stories, leading teams and driving audience engagement.
He is also skilled in storytelling, interviewing and broadcasting, with expertise in digital media. Kakangi attended Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, from 2002 to 2008.
He was also a 2024 U.S. Journalism Fellow at the World Press Institute (WPI).
The Federal Government has moved to harmonize the salaries of its workers in a bid to address long-standing disparities across different grade levels and salary structures in the public service.
This development follows persistent complaints about uneven pay among civil servants on similar grades and the ongoing implementation of consequential adjustments arising from the National Minimum Wage Act, which raised the minimum wage to ₦70,000.
A committee earlier set up by the government had agreed percentage increases under the Consolidated Public Service Salary Structure (CONPSS): higher adjustments for lower grades (up to about 80% for levels 01–06) and more modest ones for senior levels. The National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC) was tasked with developing uniform templates for other consolidated salary structures to promote equity.
Officials have repeatedly stressed the need to bridge dichotomies in pay so that no sector is treated as more important than another, while workers’ groups continue to push for fuller implementation of adjustments and further reviews amid rising living costs.
The harmonization is expected to bring greater consistency to federal workers’ take-home pay once the new templates and adjustments are fully rolled out.
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