Minister Dave Umahi stated that rerouting the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to include the coastal path was crucial to protect the area's developed infrastructure.
Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has addressed Atiku Abubakar's criticisms of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, arguing that Atiku misinterpreted its financial aspects and underestimated its economic benefits, despite concerns over transparency, competitive bidding, and potential cost overruns.
Landmark Beach Resort's management has initiated negotiations with federal and state governments and interest groups to adjust the initial 1.5 km segment of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, proposing to redirect it along the undeveloped median of Water Corporation Road to avoid disrupting the resort's business.
The Federal Government has started constructing the 700-kilometer Lagos – Calabar Coastal Highway, designed to extend through 9 states with two spurs leading to the Northern States.
