Tinubu Approves Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Reconstruction with Concrete Pavement, Extends Major Highway

President Bola Tinubu has greenlit a substantial expansion of Nigeria's infrastructure network, approving the extension of the Fourth Legacy Highway by 400 kilometers and the reconstruction of the vital Lagos-Ibadan Expressway with reinforced concrete pavement. The Minister of Works, David Umahi, announced the approvals on Thursday, highlighting them as a major step in the Federal Government's infrastructure renewal program.

Beyond the highway projects, Tinubu also sanctioned the completion of the abandoned Ibi Bridge in Taraba State and the construction of the 5.76-kilometer Lau Bridge. Additionally, 400 kilometers of the East-West Road will be dualized. Umahi emphasized that these initiatives underscore President Tinubu's dedication to delivering impactful infrastructure across all regions of the country.

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The greatest story is that yesterday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the addition of 400 kilometers to our Fourth Legacy Road. That is unprecedented.

The extension of the Fourth Legacy Highway, now stretching approximately 1,100 kilometers, will create crucial links between the North-Central and North-East regions, passing through historic communities. "The greatest story is that yesterday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the addition of 400 kilometers to our Fourth Legacy Road. That is unprecedented," Umahi stated.

The decision to reconstruct the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway with concrete pavement comes after the existing asphalt sections began deteriorating less than five years after rehabilitation. Umahi cited this as vindication for his ministry's push for concrete construction on major highways, noting that asphalt pavements have repeatedly failed despite maintenance. "The President approved yesterday the reconstruction of the Lagos-Ibadan Road, and that is the justification for our fight for the use of reinforced concrete pavement," he said.

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The President approved yesterday the reconstruction of the Lagos-Ibadan Road, and that is the justification for our fight for the use of reinforced concrete pavement.