FG Allocates N3.57bn for Third Mainland, Carter Bridge check

Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government has earmarked N3.57 billion for a structural investigation into the deteriorating conditions of the Third Mainland Bridge and Carter Bridge in Lagos.

The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, disclosed that prior evaluations in 2009 and 2013 highlighted structural weaknesses, necessitating a comprehensive study of submerged infrastructure to prevent further degradation.

Additionally, President Bola Tinubu has ordered that construction on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway begin from the Calabar axis while ongoing work in Lagos progresses. The 130-kilometer project, estimated at N1.334 trillion, will be executed under an EPC+10 contract model.

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) also approved key infrastructure projects, including N700 billion for access roads connecting Delta and Anambra States to the 2nd Niger Bridge. The second phase of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway (Section One) was approved at N195 billion under CBC financing.

Other approved projects include:

🔹 N885 billion for the Abuja-Kano Highway

🔹 N22 billion for the Onitsha-Owerri Highway

🔹 N18 billion for the Wusasa-Jos Road in Kaduna

🔹 N64 billion for the Lokoja-Benin Road (Obajana-Benin Section)

🔹 N110 billion for the Lokoja-Benin Road (Auchi-Edo Section)

The approvals underscore the FG’s commitment to upgrading Nigeria’s road infrastructure and ensuring safer transport networks nationwide.

By Enoch Odesola| February 4, 2025