The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the delivery of the 1,028-kilometre Lagos–Abidjan Corridor, a major regional highway expected to boost trade and connectivity across West Africa.
Minister of Works, David Umahi, gave the assurance during a high-level meeting in Abuja with delegations from the ECOWAS Commission and the African Development Bank.
The project links Nigeria with Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Togo, and Benin, forming a critical economic corridor along the West African coast.
Umahi said the initiative aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s infrastructure agenda, describing it as a strategic investment in regional integration and long-term economic growth.
He disclosed that Nigeria will adopt a reinforced concrete design with expanded lanes to ensure durability, noting that the country is developing a model suited to its road conditions.
The Minister, however, raised concerns over existing design proposals and the uneven distribution of the corridor among participating countries, stressing that such issues require resolution at the level of Heads of State.
He added that agreement on funding models is critical before the project can proceed to procurement and full implementation.
Despite these challenges, Umahi reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment, noting that the corridor will enhance cross-border trade and strengthen regional connectivity.
The African Development Bank described the project as a priority, pledging support for financing and coordination, while ECOWAS officials confirmed ongoing consultations with member states to address technical issues.
