Tuesday, December 16, 2025, include the following:
Traffic & Major Road Incidents
Fatal Crash on Ikorodu Road: A serious accident occurred earlier today on Ikorodu Road, specifically opposite Olabode House (between Anthony and Obanikoro). LASTMA reported that the collision resulted in the deaths of an 8-month-old baby and an adult female. Ten other passengers were rescued from the scene.
Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway Opening: Section 1 of the highway (Ahmadu Bello Way to Eleko Village) is now open to traffic. This temporary opening for the festive period is expected to significantly ease congestion along the Lekki–Ajah corridor.
Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Congestion: Reports indicate ongoing gridlock on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway due to a combination of truck driver protests and a multiple-vehicle crash near the Ogere axis.
Commuter & Infrastructure News
Fuel Price Update: A fuel price reduction is scheduled to take effect today, December 16, 2025, following announcements related to the Dangote Refinery.
24-Hour Traffic Management: Lagos State has fully inaugurated 24-hour traffic management operations, increasing the presence of LASTMA personnel during late-night and early-morning hours.
Lagos Ports Modernization: The Federal Government has approved $1 billion for the modernization of Lagos ports to reduce long-term congestion.
Environmental Enforcement: LASEPA recently shut down several hotels, bars, and churches in areas like Ifako-Ijaiye, Abule-Egba, and Dopemu due to noise pollution violations.
Major news and traffic updates for the drive-time period in Lagos today.
