The Lagos State Government has announced temporary traffic diversions and road restrictions ahead of the Lagos Fanti Carnival set to take place on Monday, April 6, 2026, around Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) on Lagos Island.
The update was shared in a statement issued on Sunday by the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi.
According to the government, the measures are aimed at ensuring the smooth flow of activities during the carnival. “In a bid to ensure a seamless and hitch-free carnival procession, vehicular movement will be restricted along major adjoining roads linking TBS.”
Several key routes will be affected by the restriction, including King George V Road near Mobil Filling Station, Flag House heading toward TBS, Force Road inbound TBS, Onikan Roundabout leading to TBS, and WaterBoy Roundabout by Old Defence House.
“Additionally, all link roads to Moloney Road, such as Military Road (by Old Defence Building), Ajasa Street, Boyle Street, and Hawley Street, will be closed to traffic during the event.
“To ease parking challenges, designated car parks have been arranged for public use, these include; the Yoruba Lawn Tennis Club Car Park, Zone 2 Car Park (opposite Island Club along King George V Road), Museum Kitchen Car Park, and The Bell Car Park (by Island Maternity).
“Motorists are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and cooperate with the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) deployed across all diversion points to ensure smooth traffic flow.
“The State Government kindly requests the understanding and cooperation of the public during the carnival,” the release read.
Residents and visitors are therefore encouraged to take note of the affected routes, use alternative roads where necessary, and follow instructions from traffic officials throughout the event.
