Lagos residents can expect disruptions as the construction of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway service lane will impact over 140 Ghanaian communities. President Bola Tinubu has announced that 147 structures in Lagos will be affected by the project, with only five set for full demolition while compensation will be paid where necessary.
Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Expansion: A Complex Infrastructure Project
The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is one of the Federal Government's biggest infrastructure projects, designed to improve connectivity, boost tourism, ease transportation and support economic activities along Nigeria's coastline. The highway is expected to stretch about 700 kilometres, linking Lagos with several coastal states before terminating in Calabar, Cross River State.
Stakeholders Engaged in Coastal Highway Expansion
President Bola Tinubu engaged stakeholders on behalf of the Federal Government, addressing concerns about the impact of the construction on residents and property owners. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu represented the President at the event, which was held during the flag-off of repairs on Eko Bridge, Marine Bridge, and the flooded section of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu addressed stakeholders on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, announcing that 147 structures would be impacted by the construction of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway service lane. "For all of us to enjoy the full benefit of infrastructure, we have to shift a bit, so that it becomes an asset that will outlive all of us," Sanwo-Olu said.
Compensation for Affected Property Owners
Tinubu assured affected property owners that compensation will be paid where necessary. "It will be given to you at the right time," he said. The announcement came as a relief to many residents who had been worried about the impact of the project on their properties.
Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project Timeline
The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project is expected to transform the economic landscape of Nigeria's coastal states. With the construction of the service lane, residents can expect disruptions in the short term, but the long-term benefits of the project are expected to be significant.
The Lagos State Government has been working closely with the Federal Government to ensure a smooth implementation of the project. Engineers have mapped the projected alignment for the 700-kilometre Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway route, identifying properties slated for minimal structural adjustments and full compensation.
The project is expected to improve connectivity, boost tourism, ease transportation and support economic activities along Nigeria's coastline. With the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, residents can expect a significant improvement in their quality of life, and the project is expected to have a lasting impact on the country's economy.
Source: Pulse.ng
