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Federal Government Reopens First Niger Bridge

The Federal Government has reopened the First Niger Bridge after 38 days of closure for emergency rehabilitation works. The bridge links Onitsha, Anambra State, to Asaba, Delta State.

By Naija & The News DeskPublished 15 Oct 2026, 6:57pm WAT

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The closure was due to vandalised structural components. Has traffic improved where you live?

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