- Tinubu Seeks Support as 147 Lagos Structures Face Impact From Coastal Highway
- Assures Lagos Property Owners of Compensation
- Says 147 Structures Face Impact, Five for Full Demolition
President Bola Tinubu has said 147 structures in Lagos will be affected by the construction of the service lane of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, with only five expected to be fully demolished.
Eko Hot Blog reports that Tinubu disclosed this on Sunday during a stakeholder engagement and the flag-off of rehabilitation works on the Eko and Marine bridges, as well as repairs to a flooded section of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
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The President, who was represented by Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, said the remaining 142 structures would only experience minimal impact from the project.
He assured owners of affected properties that the Federal Government would provide compensation where necessary, urging them to remain patient.
“It will be given to you at the right time,” Tinubu said.
According to the President, the stakeholder engagement was organised to secure public support for the projects and ensure their smooth and effective implementation.
He described the Eko Bridge as one of the oldest bridges constructed after Nigeria’s independence and highlighted the importance of the Marine Bridge as a major access route to Lagos seaports.
Tinubu commended the Minister of Works, David Umahi, for his efforts in developing and rehabilitating road infrastructure across the country.
He also appealed to Lagos residents and other stakeholders to support projects aimed at improving transportation and infrastructure in the state.
“For all of us to enjoy the full benefit of infrastructure, we have to shift a bit, so that it becomes an asset that will outlive all of us,” he said.
The figure of 147 affected structures was disclosed by a representative of the AEC consortium during the stakeholder engagement.
Tinubu said the Federal Government remained open to constructive criticism but urged stakeholders to support projects that were properly designed and executed.
He described the various projects as important interventions that would benefit Lagos residents and Nigerians across the country.
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