The article showcases stunning aerial footage of the newly renovated 11.8-kilometer Third Mainland Bridge (3MB) in Lagos State, Nigeria. The drone footage captures both daytime and nighttime scenes of the traffic along the illuminated highway.
Officially named the Ibrahim Babangida Bridge, the 3rd Mainland Bridge serves as a vital link connecting Lagos Island and Lagos Mainland. Spanning from Oworonshoki on the mainland to Adeniji Adele interchange on the island, it has been a significant infrastructure project since its opening in 1990.
Initially, the longest bridge in Africa until 1996, when the 6th October Bridge in Egypt surpassed it, the 3MB has remained a crucial transportation artery for Lagos, one of Africa’s largest cities.
The video and images shared to provide a spectacular bird’s-eye view of the bridge post-renovation, highlighting its importance in the region’s transportation network.
The newly refurbished bridge features enhancements aimed at improving safety, including FRSC-monitored speed cameras along its length.
Following the completion of repair works by the Federal Government of Nigeria, the renovated Third Mainland Bridge was officially opened to traffic on April 4th, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to maintain and upgrade the country’s infrastructure.