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Lagos to Close Jetties, Terminals on Five Cowries Creek for E1 Championship
Lagos to Close Jetties, Terminals on Five Cowries Creek for E1 Championship
By Waterwaysnews.ng
The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has announced a four-day partial closure of all private and commercial jetties and terminals along the Five Cowries Creek to accommodate the E1 Championship powerboat racing event.The closure, scheduled from Thursday, October 2 to Sunday, October 5, 2025, will facilitate the hosting of the world’s first all-electric powerboat racing tournament, with Lagos serving as one of the championship’s host cities.
In a statement released Tuesday by its Public Relations Unit, LASWA outlined a phased closure schedule to minimize disruption while ensuring safety during the event.
On Thursday, October 2, a partial closure will affect the stretch from Falomo Bridge to Oriental Hotel between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM. The following day, Friday, October 3, will see a total closure from Oriental Hotel to Mekwen Bridge during the same hours.The most extensive restrictions will occur over the weekend, with a total closure from Falomo Bridge to Oriental Hotel enforced between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM on both Saturday, October 4, and Sunday, October 5.
LASWA emphasized that the waterways restriction is a critical safety and security measure designed to ensure seamless event operations, protect lives, and showcase Lagos as a world-class venue for international sporting events.
Normal ferry operations on the affected routes are expected to resume on Monday, October 6, 2025. The authority has urged waterway users to plan ahead and utilize alternative ferry routes during the closure period.
“The Lagos State Government appreciates your patience and understanding as we work together to deliver this historic world championship,” the statement concluded.