Lagos-Calabar Highway Project Scaled Down By FG, Lane Count Reduced To Six

Lagos-Calabar Highway Project Scaled Down By FG, Lane Count Reduced To Six....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Federal Government has made significant revisions to the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, citing strategic adjustments and cost-saving measures. According to David Umahi, Minister of Works, these changes include rerouting the highway to avoid interference with telecommunication subsea cables and downsizing the lane count from 10 to six………. CONTINUE READING

Umahi announced these updates during a recent meeting with contractors in Abuja, highlighting that the government has disbursed N10 billion in compensation to affected property owners due to necessary demolitions along the 700km highway’s route. He also disclosed that the initial 47 kilometres of the project will be accessible by May next year.

The Lagos-Calabar highway, spanning nine states with extensions to northern regions, commenced earlier this year with concrete pavement construction. Despite challenges such as financial constraints inherited from previous administrations and the initiation of numerous emergency projects, Umahi emphasized progress, indicating that over four kilometres of the highway have already been completed.

In addressing concerns over delays and project costs, Umahi underscored the government’s commitment to stringent cost management, stating that contractors will no longer dictate project expenses through excessive price variations.

Additionally, the minister announced the imminent resumption of construction by Julius Berger on the Abuja-Kano highway, following resolution of operational issues. He also assured that measures have been taken to prevent future flooding at Kara Bridge, including the installation of CCTV surveillance for enhanced security response.

Umahi concluded by reaffirming the government’s dedication to infrastructure investments, projecting substantial returns over the next decade through enhanced connectivity and economic opportunities along the Lagos-Calabar corridor.

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