The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project will now be extended to Edo State. This new development is expected to boost trade, tourism, and connectivity across the South-South region, opening more opportunities for businesses and travelers.

Officials explained that the extension will ensure Edo is fully integrated into the ambitious coastal project, linking Lagos to Calabar through major states along the route. The highway is designed to promote economic growth, create jobs, and ease the movement of goods and people.

The government has urged Nigerians to support the project, stressing that it will not only modernize the country’s transport system but also improve regional integration. Residents in Edo have welcomed the news, hopeful that the highway will attract investments and development to the state.