Railway line fg demolish jibowu costain bridges

It seems like you're referring to the recent demolition of the Costain and Jibowu bridges on the Lagos-Ibadan railway line.

For those who may not know, the Lagos-Ibadan railway line is a major railway line in Nigeria that connects the commercial capital, Lagos, to the city of Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. The line is operated by the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) and is a vital transportation artery for both passengers and freight.

The Costain and Jibowu bridges are two critical bridges on the railway line that span the Ogun River and the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, respectively. The bridges were built in the 1950s and have been in use for over 60 years.

However, due to their age and the increasing traffic volume on the railway line, the bridges were deemed structurally unsound and in need of replacement. The NRC, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Transportation and other stakeholders, decided to demolish the bridges and build new ones.

The demolition of the bridges began in February 2022 and was completed in June 2022. The new bridges are designed to be stronger and more durable, with a lifespan of at least 50 years. The project is part of the ongoing efforts to modernize and upgrade the Lagos-Ibadan railway line, which is expected to improve the efficiency and safety of rail transportation in Nigeria.

The demolition of the Costain and Jibowu bridges has caused some disruptions to rail services, but the NRC has assured the public that alternative arrangements have been made to minimize the impact on passengers and freight operators.