The contractor said preliminary work had been ongoing, and at the minister’s instruction, his team would assess the site on Monday.
The move followed a recent joint inspection, which revealed significant damage to eight piles.
Mr Jimoh said the move was designed to prevent crime, vandalism of equipment, theft and other offences.
He noted that the highway was designed with an underground drainage system.
He said that the rehabilitation would involve a combination of flexible and rigid pavements.
Mr Dare said the repair formed part of the extension of the Third Mainland Bridge project.
He said the meeting would strengthen ties between the two parties.
The CP announced the starting of mobile court operations on the coastal road.
He described the trend as “sad and unfortunate”.
Mr Umahi had said the current administration met a terrible Third Mainland Bridge.
