Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Now Named After President Tinubu
The Federal Government has officially renamed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Coastal Highway, describing the move as a recognition of the President’s longstanding vision for the landmark infrastructure project. Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, announced the decision during a media briefing in Abuja on Thursday. He explained that the ministry approved the renaming after consultations with its leadership, citing Tinubu’s role in conceptualising the project during his tenure as Governor of Lagos State. According to Umahi, the President had envisioned the coastal highway more than two decades ago, and its execution under his administration reflects the realisation of that vision. The minister highlighted the significance of the project’s first phase, a 47.47-kilometre six-lane stretch running from Victoria Island to Lekki. He noted that the highway includes a 25-metre-wide central reservation designed to accommodate a future railway line, making it one of Nigeria’s major transport corridors. Umahi also announced fresh approvals aimed at expanding the country’s road infrastructure. He said President Tinubu had authorised a 400-kilometre extension of the Fourth Legacy Highway, increasing its total length from about 700 kilometres to 1,100 kilometres. The route, which was originally planned to connect Akwanga in Nasarawa State to Maiduguri in Borno State through several northern states, will now extend into Taraba State. In addition, the President approved the dualisation of another 400 kilometres of the East West Road, the reconstruction of sections of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway using reinforced concrete pavement, the completion of the long-delayed Ibi Bridge in Taraba State, and the construction of the 5.76-kilometre Lao Bridge. Umahi said the projects reflect the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening road connectivity, supporting economic growth and improving transportation infrastructure across the country.
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