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“Save us! Oke Odo-Aboru bridge construction welcomed, but hoodlums exploit us!”

Rtn. Victor Ojelabi by Rtn. Victor Ojelabi
April 23, 2025
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Images of people crossing the canal

Images of people crossing the canal

As Lagos reconstructs Oke Odo bridge, residents decry extortion and danger from hoodlums exploiting incomplete pedestrian access

[dropcap]I[/dropcap]n a move applauded by many, the Lagos State Government has begun the reconstruction and standardisation of the Oke Odo bridge linking Almaroof Bus Stop to Aboru in Alimosho Local Government Area.

Also read: Lagos govt allays fears of fire in Aboru over viral busted pipeline video

The project, led by the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources under Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab, aims to improve infrastructure and prevent future tragedies across flood-prone areas in Lagos.

While the ongoing bridge reconstruction has brought hope for safer and modern transportation, it has also introduced a troubling situation for pedestrians.

With no makeshift pedestrian alternative provided, residents are now forced to wade dangerously through the large canal to reach the other side.

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“We call on the government to please do a makeshift bridge for us to cross.”

More disturbingly, hoodlums have taken advantage of the construction by extorting N100 from each pedestrian, whether assistance is accepted or not.

Residents who spoke to Freelanews reporter, Olaitan Quadri, described the extortion as both unlawful and dangerous, especially for schoolchildren and the elderly.

Let’s even forget the area boys for now—this is a major road to Aboru, and the current condition is very dangerous.

“We call on the government to please do a makeshift bridge for us to cross. Let’s even forget the area boys for now—this is a major road to Aboru, and the current condition is very dangerous,” said a woman selling close to the canal.

Another resident lamented, “The school children are resuming now and with the rain, this is dangerous for us. Besides, I don’t even have N100 to pay every time I cross that canal. Government should just come to our aid.”

Community members warn that the illegal activities could spark tension and disorder.

A man recounted a recent incident: “Last Sunday on my way from church, there was serious commotion because a father refused to pay the boys for helping his family cross. He helped his wife and children himself, yet they still demanded payment.”

Also read: Rape: Girl, 16, kills dad’s friend in Aboru (Photo)

While they commend the government’s ongoing efforts at urban renewal, the residents of Oke Odo and Aboru are now urgently appealing for a temporary pedestrian solution and swift intervention to restore order and protect lives.

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Rtn. Victor Ojelabi

Ojelabi, the publisher of Freelanews, is an award winning and professionally trained mass communicator, who writes ruthlessly about pop culture, religion, politics and entertainment.

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