Third Mainland Bridge President Ibrahim Babangida in 1990; it measures about 11.8 km in length. By 2006, Many commuters had reported that the Third Mainland Bridge was vibrating noticeably, indicating that it needed urgent attention. As a result, remedial work was commenced on the portions of the bridge at different times, leading to partial closure of the bridge at different times. As at January 2013, this work was completed. Recently, there have been rumours of cracks on the bridge. This, however, was denied by authorities. The eight-lane bridge experienced a new look during the last repairing exercise, painting the bridge guide with the
Athletics at the 1973 All-Africa Games won medals under new names. Only one athlete defended his title from the 1965 Games, namely Malian discus thrower Namakoro Niaré. Four track and field athletes, two male and two female, won more than one event: Several women's events was added. These were 200 metres, 400 metres, 800 metres, 1500 metres, discus throw, shot put and 4 × 400 metres relay. Athletics at the 1973 All-Africa Games The second All-Africa Games were held in Lagos, Nigeria in January 1973. Ten new events were added, three for the men, 10,000 metres, marathon and hammer throw and seven for the women, 200