Lagos announces road closures ahead of 2026 Fanti Carnival
News Lagos announces road closures ahead of 2026 Fanti Carnival Published on April 3, 2026 By Sunday Dennis googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, has announced temporary traffic diversions in preparation for the 2026 Lagos Fanti Carnival scheduled for Monday, April 6. The notice, shared via the state government’s official X account on Friday, outlined several routes that will be affected by the planned closures. These include King George V Road near the Mobil Filling Station junction, Onikan Roundabout inbound to TBS, Flagstaff House inbound to TBS, Outer Marina by the State House leading to TBS, Campbell Street near the Old Defence Building, and Catholic Mission Street by St. Nicholas Church. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); Authorities stated that the restrictions will take effect from 7:00 a.m. on the day of the event. Residents and motorists have been advised to make alternative travel arrangements and anticipate traffic congestion around the affected areas. The government expressed regret for any inconvenience the closures may cause and appealed for public understanding and cooperation during the celebration. The Lagos Fanti Carnival, an annual cultural event organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, is expected to attract large crowds as it showcases the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the state. Don't Miss NADECO: You’ll never become Nigerian president – Fani-Kayode hits Peter Obi You may like Easter: Police order massive deployment in Lagos Lagos: Police arrest three suspects over cybercrime, forgery, cult-related activities Police seek community support to tackle cultism, electoral violence in Lagos Easter: NSCDC deploys 2,250 personnel in Lagos Jos killings: Outrage as Tinubu stops at airport before flying to Lagos Sanwo-Olu approves release of 43 inmates to decongest Lagos prisons
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