Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway: 7 worrisome issues linked to multi-billion naira project

The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway (LCCH) is a major road project (282 miles) in Nigeria that aims to connect Lagos and Calabar, while traversing states like Ogun, Ondo, Edo, Delta, and Cross River. The highway is significant because it will improve transportation and economic development in the region, reduce travel time and costs, and enhance trade and commerce between the cities and states along the route. Added to this, it will also boost tourism and economic growth in the coastal communities and create jobs and economic opportunities for the people in the region. However, the project has faced several challenges, including funding issues, environmental concerns, and community displacement. The project has been ongoing for several years, and its completion date has been delayed several times. Despite these challenges, the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road remains a critical infrastructure project for Nigeria's economic development and regional integration. 1. Funding: The project has face…