- Section One Nearing Completion: 80% of the first section is already done.
- Tolling to Begin: Get ready to pay tolls by December 2025.
- Economic Corridor: This highway isn’t just a road; it’s an economic lifeline.
- South East Support: All governors in the South East are backing President Tinubu’s vision.
Lagos-Calabar Highway: The Latest Updates
Senator Dave Umahi, the Minister of Works, has dropped some exciting news about the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. Speaking about President Bola Tinubu’s second year in office, Umahi announced that Section 1 of the highway is almost finished and will be tolled by December 2025. This move is aimed at ensuring the government recoups its massive investment in the project.
Section One: Almost There!
According to Umahi, over 80% of Section 1, which stretches 47.47 kilometres from Ahmadu Bello Way to the Lekki Deep Sea Port and ends at Eleko Junction, is complete. Work is also progressing on Section 2, which connects Eleko Junction to the Lagos-Ogun border.
“By December, we will toll Section 1 of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. We project a 10-year return on investment. The road has solar-powered lighting and CCTV infrastructure and offers carbon credit advantages,” Umahi stated.
More Than Just a Road
Umahi emphasized that the highway is more than just a road; it’s an economic corridor that will boost regional growth. The highway features six-lane, concrete-paved sections, with 30 kilometres of Section 1 already completed and an additional 10 kilometres underway in Section 2.
Expanding the Network
The government isn’t stopping there. Sections 3 and 3B, totaling 65 kilometres, have been flagged off, covering 38 kilometres in Cross River State and 27 kilometres in Akwa Ibom. Umahi noted the enthusiastic response from host communities, highlighting the transformative impact of these projects.
Other Mega Projects on the Horizon
Umahi also highlighted other major infrastructure projects under President Tinubu’s administration, including the Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway, the Trans-Saharan Trade Route, and the planned Ogun-Ondo-Niger Corridor. These projects aim to boost trade and connectivity across the country and beyond.
Political Support from the South East
Turning to politics, Umahi mentioned that all five governors from the South East region, regardless of their political affiliations, are supporting President Tinubu. He noted that the region is receiving more federal attention and infrastructure development under Tinubu’s leadership than ever before.
“All the governors in the South East, regardless of party affiliation, are working with the President,” Umahi said.
Plans for 2027
Umahi even revealed plans for South East leaders to endorse President Tinubu for re-election in 2027. He urged other political figures in the region to join them in supporting the President’s vision for Nigeria.
Key Projects in the South East
Umahi highlighted ongoing projects in the South East, including the Port Harcourt to Enugu, Enugu to Abakaliki, Enugu to Onitsha, and Onitsha to Owerri roads, as well as the Second Niger Bridge. These projects are set to improve transportation and boost economic activity in the region.
What’s Next?
As the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway progresses, Nigerians can look forward to improved transportation, increased economic opportunities, and regional growth. The tolling of Section 1 is expected to begin in December 2025, marking a significant milestone in this ambitious infrastructure project.
| Project | Status | Expected Completion |
|---|---|---|
| Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway (Section 1) | 80% Complete | December 2025 |
| Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway | Planned | TBD |
| Second Niger Bridge | Ongoing | TBD |
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