The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has granted approval for a N1.06 trillion contract to initiate the construction of the first phase of a coastal road spanning from Lagos to eight other states. Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, made this announcement to the media after the FEC meeting, which was presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja.
The approved coastal road project is part of a larger initiative covering 700 kilometers and connecting nine states. Two additional spurs will extend the road to northern states. Minister Umahi provided details, stating that the first phase entails a 47.47-kilometer dual carriageway with five lanes on each side, featuring a train track in the middle. The construction will be executed using concrete.
During his briefing, Minister Umahi outlined the route of the coastal road, which begins from Lagos, passing through Ogun State, Ondo State, Delta, Bayelsa, Port Harcourt, Akwa Ibom, and extending to Cross River. Additionally, two spurs will link the coastal road to northern states through the ongoing Badagry-Sokoto route and the one leading to the transSahara route, connecting Ogoja to Cameroon.
“The approval of FEC for the construction of 700 kilometers of coastal routes is significant, providing vital infrastructure that connects states and enhances transportation networks,” said Minister Umahi. The project is anticipated to boost economic activities, improve connectivity, and contribute to the overall development of the regions involved.
The decision aligns with the government’s commitment to advancing infrastructure projects that foster national development and connectivity, addressing transportation challenges, and promoting economic growth across the country.
