President Bola Tinubu has officially commissioned the first 30km stretch of the N4.7 trillion Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, a flagship project he says signals his government’s infrastructure drive despite growing economic pains.
- Massive Scope: 750km coastal highway linking 9 states; Phase 1 in Lagos is now 30% done.
- Economic Promise: Officials say the project could spark 10,000+ jobs and boost trade, tourism.
- Political Heat: Critics question the timing amid inflation, subsidy removal, and rising debt.
- Other Projects: Sokoto-Badagry Highway (1,068km) was also announced as part of Tinubu’s “legacy” drive.
This road is more than concrete, it’s political messaging. Tinubu’s team is banking on visible progress to counter the pain of inflation and subsidy cuts. Calling it “taming the Atlantic” paints a bold vision, but the public may ask: at what cost? In an era of budget cuts, a multi-trillion naira highway invites both awe and anxiety.
Will this mega-road help Tinubu cruise into 2027 or be seen as a costly detour from urgent daily needs?
