Lagos builds 362 roads in seven years, 181 ongoing

The Lagos State Government has announced the completion of 362 road projects, spanning over 347 kilometers, since 2019. As part of its ongoing infrastructure drive, the state is preparing to inaugurate 12 newly finished road schemes. Olufemi Daramola, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, shared these details during a ministerial press briefing marking the third year of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term.

Beyond these major projects, the administration also completed an additional 130 roads, covering about 113.25 kilometers, during the review period. These efforts are complemented by various bridge and transport infrastructure projects designed to enhance connectivity and facilitate smoother movement across the state. Notable completed projects include the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge and its approach roads, Babajide Sanwo-Olu Road (formerly Dopemu Road), Abaranje Road, and numerous road networks in areas like Alimosho, Ikeja, Eti-Osa, and Badagry.

Daramola affirmed the government's dedication to infrastructure expansion, even amidst global and national economic downturns, inflationary pressures, and rising construction costs. He stated that the successful delivery of these projects demonstrates the administration's commitment to providing essential infrastructure across different divisions of the state and fulfilling promises made to residents.

Several significant projects are awaiting inauguration, including upgrades to sections of the Lekki-Epe corridor and strategic road infrastructure supporting economic activities near the Lekki Free Trade Zone. These initiatives aim to improve access to key industrial investments, such as the Dangote Refinery. Additionally, completed link roads and bridge projects are designed to connect isolated communities and offer alternative routes to alleviate traffic congestion. Many of these projects also address long-standing flooding issues and improve access across waterways.

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That we can deliver these projects despite the global and national economic downturn is an affirmation of the conscious effort of the administration at providing major infrastructure among the various divisions and fulfilment of our promise to the good people of the state.