Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has assured Nigerians that the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is designed to resist flooding and withstand climate change impacts for up to 50 years. Speaking at a stakeholder engagement in Lagos, he noted that the highway’s pavement would be elevated to the height of a building’s first floor, ensuring resilience against environmental challenges.
The project will feature advanced infrastructure, including retaining boards, cable ducts to prevent road cutting by network providers, and CCTV systems for rapid response. It will also incorporate an evacuation corridor and utilize concrete pavement to reduce emissions and earn carbon credits.
In addition to functional benefits, the highway will support tourism and commerce. A major flyover is being constructed near the Dangote Refinery to accommodate heavy truck traffic. Along the corridor, relief centers with supermarkets, medical facilities, and fuel stations will be established. Umahi commended the public’s support and praised Hitech Construction Company for its efficiency.
