Senator David Umahi, Nigeria’s Minister of Works, has announced that the first section of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway will be tolled starting in December 2024. This revelation came during an interview for a State House documentary celebrating President Bola Tinubu’s second year in office.
Key Highlights of the Project
- Tolling Begins December 2024 – Section 1 of the highway will be tolled, with a projected 10-year return on investment.
- Advanced Infrastructure – The road features solar-powered lighting, CCTV surveillance, and carbon credit benefits.
- Economic Corridor – Designed as more than just a road, it will serve as a catalyst for regional growth and trade.
Construction Progress: What’s Been Achieved So Far?
- Section 1 (30km completed) – Fully constructed with a **six-lane concrete-paved carriageway.
- Section 2 (10km nearing completion) – Also features a modern six-lane design for enhanced safety and durability.
- Sections 3 & 3B (65km underway)– Construction has begun, covering:
- 38km in Cross River State
- 27km in Akwa Ibom State
According to Umahi, the enthusiastic response from local communities highlights the project’s potential for socioeconomic transformation.
Reviving Colonial-Era Trade Routes: The Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway. The minister also emphasized the Tinubu administration’s renewed focus on the Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway, a project linked to historic Trans-Saharan trade routes.
“President Tinubu is bringing these long-abandoned colonial-era visions to life,” Umahi stated, underscoring the government’s commitment to national infrastructure development.
Why This Matters
- Boost to Trade & Transport – Connects key economic zones, reducing travel time.
- Enhanced Security – CCTV and solar lighting improve safety for travelers.
- Job Creation & Regional Growth – Stimulates local economies along the corridor.
Stay tuned for more updates as Nigeria’s most ambitious highway project progresses!
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