The House of Representatives Committee on Works has announced plans to carry out an oversight inspection of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s scheduled inauguration of a completed 30-kilometre stretch on May 25.
The first phase of the expansive project spans 47.47 kilometres, connecting Victoria Island to the Lekki Deep Seaport. Minister of Works, David Umahi, has confirmed that 30 kilometres of this segment will be ready for commissioning by the end of May.
Chairman of the House Committee, Akin Alabi, stated on Friday that the inspection is aimed at ensuring the project meets expected standards before its official opening.
“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,” Alabi said.
He described the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as a major national investment and emphasised the need for due diligence before its commissioning. “We must do our due diligence. This inspection is about ensuring that public funds are well spent,” he added.
The committee’s oversight visit will assess construction quality, compliance with timelines, and the implementation of safety protocols. Alabi further noted that the visit would go beyond routine checks.
“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,” he stated.
The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, which aims to boost connectivity across Nigeria’s southern corridor, is expected to significantly improve infrastructure and promote economic growth in the region. The committee’s findings are anticipated to reinforce public confidence in the project and the government’s broader commitment to national development.
