Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway: A Game-Changer for Commuters this Yuletide

The Federal Government has temporarily opened Section 1 of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, a development that is expected to ease movement for thousands of commuters and other road users this festive season. The section, which measures 47 kilometers, stretches from the Ahmadu Bello Way junction to Eleko village junction .

The opening of the highway is a much-needed relief for commuters who have been struggling with the poor state of the road. The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is a major transportation artery that connects Lagos to Calabar, and its completion is expected to boost economic activity in the region .

Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, announced the opening of the section at an event attended by government officials, traditional rulers, and other key stakeholders. Umahi said the Federal Government has fulfilled a promise to the people by opening the highway, which is expected to end the harrowing driving experience for road users in the Lekki-Ajah corridor .

The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project is expected to have a significant impact on the economy and quality of life for residents in the region. Some of the benefits of the project include:

The new highway is designed to reduce accidents and improve road safety for commuters.
The highway is expected to reduce travel time between Lagos and Calabar, making it easier for people and goods to move around.
The project is expected to boost economic activity in the region by improving access to markets and increasing trade .

The temporary opening of Section 1 of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is a welcome development for commuters and road users in the region. The project is expected to have a significant impact on the economy and quality of life for residents, and its completion is eagerly awaited .