Reps to visit Lagos-Calabar highway project site ahead of inauguration
As President Bola Tinubu prepares to inaugurate a completed 30-kilometre stretch of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway on May 25, the House of Representatives Committee on Works, chaired by Akin Alabi, has announced plans to conduct an oversight inspection to ensure the project’s readiness.
The first phase of the project, covering 47.47 kilometres from Victoria Island to the Lekki Deep Seaport, is underway.
Works minister David Umahi confirmed that 30 kilometres of this section will be ready for inauguration by May 25.
“As a Committee, it is our constitutional responsibility to ensure that all federal infrastructure projects are executed in accordance with the highest standards of quality, transparency, and accountability,” said Mr Alabi.
According to the politician, the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is a significant investment by the Nigerians.
“We must do our due diligence before its commissioning,” he stated.
He noted that the inspection is crucial for accountability and ensuring public funds are utilised effectively.
The committee’s inspection will focus on assessing the quality of construction, adherence to project timelines, and implementing safety measures.
“Our visit is not just a routine check,” the lawmaker added. “We want to ensure that when Mr President arrives to commission this road, he is doing so on a stretch that reflects value for money, durability, and safety for all users. This is about performance and project delivery.”
The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project has been subject to public scrutiny, with discussions around its award, cost and execution.
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