A major infrastructure milestone was marked in Akwa Ibom State as President Bola Tinubu, through a representative, unveiled a 65-kilometre stretch of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway at Nsit Atai Local Government Area.
Standing in for the President, Governor Umo Eno underscored the broader purpose of the project, citing its role in fostering national cohesion and expanding economic access across southern Nigeria. He described the highway as a cornerstone of the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at unlocking regional potential through road connectivity.
“This project isn’t just about tarmac—it’s about linking communities, boosting trade, and easing mobility across states. The benefits for Akwa Ibom and Cross River are far-reaching,” Eno noted.
He further pledged the state’s full cooperation to ensure swift and uninterrupted progress on the highway. The governor praised the President for situating a key portion of the corridor in Akwa Ibom and emphasized the project’s role in improving logistics for remote coastal communities.
Speaking at the ceremony, Works Minister David Umahi highlighted how the highway would intersect with industrial zones like the Qua Refinery, saying the project is uniquely positioned to drive economic transformation.
Umahi also announced immediate action on the long-neglected Calabar-Itu Road, revealing that HITECH Construction had been directed by the Presidency to mobilize equipment to the site following appeals from Akwa Ibom and Cross River governors.
He assured that significant progress would be visible within two months, promising smoother transportation along that corridor.
Traditional leaders and local stakeholders present at the event echoed optimism, describing the initiative as a “game changer” for the region’s economic and social development.
