The Federal Government has officially renamed the 750-kilometre Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway in honour of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Minister of Works, David Umahi, announced the decision during a media briefing on Thursday, describing the project as the fulfilment of a vision President Tinubu conceived nearly three decades ago.

According to Umahi, the decision was reached in consultation with the leadership and staff of the Federal Ministry of Works.

“By the power conferred on me as the Honourable Minister of Works, and in consultation with the Permanent Secretary, the Minister of State, the directors and the entire staff of the ministry, we have decided to name the entire Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” he said.

The minister noted that the President first conceived the idea for the ambitious coastal highway about 27 years ago.

“This is a dream that Mr President had about 27 years ago,” Umahi added.

The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, one of the Tinubu administration's flagship infrastructure projects, is estimated to cost about ₦15 trillion upon completion.

Construction of the highway commenced in March 2024, with sections of the road already nearing completion. However, the project has generated significant public debate since its inception, with critics raising concerns over its cost, procurement process, and the demolition of properties along parts of the route.

Despite the controversies, the Federal Government has continued to defend the project, insisting it will enhance connectivity, stimulate economic growth, and transform transportation along Nigeria's coastal corridor.