The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority released a notice informing the general public that the Lagos Carnival 2012 is slated for April 9, 2012 at Tafawa Balewa Square from 7am – 7pm. The Carnival routes are as follows:
Junior Carnival Route:
King George V Road – Igbosere Rd – Ajele Stadium – Catholic Mission Street – TBS (Road closed from 10am – 12pm), Lagos Island.
Adult Carnival Route:
Bourdillon Road – Giwa Barracks – Falomo road circle – Awolowo Road, Ikoyi.
King George V Rd – Bamgboshe – Campos Square – Catholic Mission Street – TBS (Road closed from 10:30am – 6.30pm), Lagos Island.
Spectators are advised to park their cars in Ikoyi and watch the Carnival on Awolowo Road. There will be large crowds which can provide ample opportunity for robbery, pick pocketing, and civil disorder.
Stay safe and alert to your surroundings.