First Niger Bridge Shut for Emergency Repairs

1st Niger Bridge closure begins as commuters lament Owerri Road

By Chimaobi Nwaiwu NNEWI — The temporary closure of the 1st Niger Bridge to traffic for emergency maintenance commenced on Monday, with motorists diverted to the 2nd Niger Bridge. The Federal Government had announced that the bridge would be closed for two weeks to enable the Federal Ministry of Works carry out maintenance and rehabilitation […]

First Niger Bridge shut for emergency repairs

The Federal Ministry of Works has fully shut the First Niger Bridge in Onitsha, Anambra State, for emergency maintenance and rehabilitation. The ministry closed the bridge on Monday September 7, 2026. The rehabilitation work is expected to last until September 21. According to the ministry, the intervention became necessary because of the deteriorated condition of the bridge’s […] First Niger Bridge shut for emergency repairs

First Niger Bridge Closure: Anambra Police Deploy Joint Security Team, Warn Against Traffic Violations — Akelicious

The Anambra State Police Command has stepped up security operations around the First Niger Bridge and alternative routes following the temporary closure of the bridge to vehicular traffic for scheduled maintenance. The Command said the move is aimed at preventing the bridge closure from triggering serious traffic disruptions, security breaches and criminal activities along diversionary […]

BREAKING: First Niger Bridge Shut For Emergency Repairs

The First Niger Bridge in Onitsha, Anambra State, has been fully closed to traffic by the Federal Ministry of Works for emergency maintenance and rehabilitation.

First Niger Bridge to close for two weeks as FG begins emergency repairs - OGUN STATE TELEVISION

The Federal Ministry of Works has announced the closure of the First Niger Bridge in Onitsha, Anambra State, for emergency repairs. The bridge will be closed to traffic for two…

FRSC deploys personnel as Niger Bridge closes for two weeks

“The cooperation and compliance of road users will help us achieve safe and seamless movement of traffic during the period,” Asekhauno said.