The Federal Government has temporarily opened Section 1 of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway to ease traffic congestion and improve connectivity during the yuletide season.
Epe Insights reports that the 47-kilometre stretch runs from Ahmadu Bello Way Junction, Victoria Island, to Eleko Village Junction on the Lekki Peninsula and was officially flagged open at a ceremony held at Ahmadu Bello Way.
The temporary opening followed a directive from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, aimed at ensuring smooth mobility for residents and commuters during the festive period.
The six-lane dual carriageway, being constructed by Hitech Construction Company, is part of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway project designed to link Nigeria’s coastal states and boost economic growth, tourism, and regional integration.
Speaking at the event, the Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, described the project as transformative for Ibeju-Lekki and Lagos State.
Hon. Olowa said the highway aligns with grassroots development goals and federal infrastructure priorities, describing it as a major boost for local communities.
Representing the Conference 57 of Local Government Chairmen, he highlighted the project’s wider benefits for all councils in Lagos State.
He commended the Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, for the pace and quality of work, and praised Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu for sustained collaboration with the Federal Government.
Earlier, Senator Umahi applauded the contractors for completing critical sand filling and paving works ahead of schedule, noting the project’s long-term economic benefits.
