The bridge was closedon August 23, 2018 to enable engineers carry out maintenance tests.

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation, Dr. Taiwo Salaam made this known in a statement issued to newsmen.

According to Salaam, the decision to open the bridge earlier than scheduled, is as a result of the completion of the test, Punch reports.

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The state government also thanked Lagosians for their patience while the test was being carried out.

The bridge was scheduled to be open for use by midnight.