By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu
Enugu State Ministry of Transport has announced a scheduled metro shutdown in view of the International 42km Marathon taking place todt, May 3, 2025 in Enugu, South-East Nigeria.
In a statement sent by the State Commissioner for Transport, Obi Ozor, the government said that as part of safety and traffic control measures for thousands of runners, including international athletes, selected roads will be completely closed to vehicular movement from 6:00 am to 12:00 noon.
The statement noted that following a successful route reconnaissance, tkey metro roads will be fully locked.
These are: Ogui Junction to Shoprite to Subway (Okpara Avenue); Subway Junction to Radio Nigeria Junction to Kingsway Road to Prisons Junction to Akwata Junction to Mgbemene Junction; Coal Camp to Police Detective College Junction; Mgbemene to Zik’s Avenue Junction; Police Detective College Junction to Edozie to Kenyatta Road to UNEC; UNEC to Spar Junction; and Spar Junction to Monkey Roundabout (EFCC Road) and NTA Road.
Also affected are: Ike Ekweremadu Road to Okpara Square; Bisala Road to Government House Road; Chime Avenue, Ogui Road to Old Artisan Junction; Tunnel to All Saints Junction; All Saints Road to Ekulu Primary School Junction to Bridge Waters Hotel; Okpara Square to Toscana Hotel to Nza Street to New Haven.
To further ease movement and reduce disruption, commuters were advised to use alternative routes such as: Police Detective College Junction to Gariki; Uwani Area; Achara Layout; Maryland;Trans Ekulu; Abakpa; Emene; New Artisan to Mega Filling Station (Naira Triangle); New Market to Golf Estate; Toscana Road to Artisan to Goshen Estate to Mega to Emene.
The statement further pointed out that there will be no vehicular movement in the affected areas during the closure period.
All motorists, commuters, and residents were advised to plan their routes ahead of time and cooperate with traffic management personnel.
“We appreciate your support as we host this landmark event. Let’s show the world the true spirit of Enugu —hospitality, discipline, and pride in global excellence.
“For updates, follow the Enugu State Government Ministry of Youth and Sports and Ministry of Transports’ official channels,” the government stated.
