In a city long defined by its relentless pace and gridlocked arteries, a new bridge now stands as a symbol of movement. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday inaugurated the newly completed Ojota-Opebi Link Bridge.
He hailed Lagos State’s rising profile in infrastructure delivery as he opened a series of landmark projects. He declared that the state has set a new benchmark for quality and purposeful development in Nigeria.
The President, who governed Lagos for eight years and is widely credited with laying the foundation for its modern transformation, spoke with a sense of continuity and pride. The bridge was first conceived during his administration in 2002 but brought to fruition by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
Represented at the event by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu said the projects reflect a deliberate commitment to people-centred governance and demonstrate that Lagos has not been overwhelmed by the challenges of rapid urbanisation. He described the Ojota-Opebi Link Bridge as more than just a physical structure, but a critical enabler of economic growth and improved quality of life.
