The Minister of Works, David Umahi says construction on sections 3 and 3B of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road would commence by mid-December.
Leading members of the National Assembly on an on-site assessment of ongoing infrastructure projects in the southwest region, Umahi revealed that the delays on the highway’s southern corridor were initially caused by rerouting to avoid militant-controlled areas.
Umahi noted that the original design for the section passed through a high-risk corridor with an active militant presence, which posed significant threats to construction workers prompting the need for a redesign.
The minister assured stakeholders that the project remained on course.
Responding to concerns about the impact of the project on aquatic life, particularly in the Niger Delta region, Umahi assured stakeholders of the ministry’s strict adherence to environmental guidelines to preserve the local ecosystem and minimise disruptions.
The minister stated that while work was ongoing on segments in the Sokoto and Kebbi areas, other segments across multiple states were yet to commence due to funding constraints.
