The Federal Government has said the 7th Axial Road project in Lagos will serve as a major evacuation corridor for cargo and significantly ease congestion at the Lekki Deep Sea Port and the Dangote Refinery upon completion.

Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, disclosed this during an inspection tour of ongoing construction works along the Lekki corridor, describing the road as a strategic infrastructure project designed to unlock economic growth and strengthen national logistics mobility.

According to the minister, the 7th Axial Road, located behind the Dangote Refinery, will function as a dedicated cargo evacuation route linking the Lekki industrial hub to the Sagamu corridor and other parts of the country. He said the project is central to reducing pressure on existing road networks while supporting seamless operations at the Lekki Deep Sea Port.

Strategic Economic Importance

Umahi stressed that the road, once completed, will not only ease port congestion but also deliver long-term economic benefits to Lagos State and Nigeria at large. He explained that the corridor will enhance the movement of goods, strengthen supply chains, and improve connectivity between key industrial zones.

“The 7th Axial Road is critical to the success of port operations and industrial expansion within the Lekki axis,” the minister said, noting that it complements other major infrastructure projects such as the Coastal Road and Dangote Road.

He added that the project aligns with the Federal Government’s broader agenda of modernising Nigeria’s transport infrastructure to support economic diversification and industrial development.

Unlocking Swampy Corridors

Umahi vowed to address the engineering challenges posed by the swampy terrain along the Dangote refinery route and other critical evacuation corridors. He assured that the Ministry of Works would deploy the necessary technical expertise and resources to ensure the project’s timely and durable completion.

During the inspection, the minister directed that roadbed filling works under Project Lot One must be completed by the end of April. He instructed the contractor to intensify on-site activities and scale up the deployment of manpower, equipment, and construction materials to meet project timelines.

He emphasised that tangible progress must be visible on the site and warned against delays that could undermine the strategic value of the corridor.

Confidence in Project Contractor

Umahi expressed confidence in China Harbour Engineering Company Limited (CHEC), the project contractor, citing its successful delivery of the Lekki Deep Sea Port project.

He also referenced the company’s ongoing work on the Makurdi–Enugu road reconstruction and expansion project, describing the quality of construction as satisfactory.

A representative of CHEC assured the minister of the company’s commitment to delivering the 7th Axial Road on schedule. The contractor confirmed that resources have been scaled up at the construction site, with emphasis on safety, quality control, and environmental protection.

Environmental and Safety Compliance

The Minister further called for strict adherence to environmental standards and safety regulations throughout the construction period. He urged relevant regulatory agencies to monitor compliance and ensure that ecological considerations are not compromised.

He noted that the 7th Axial Road is designed to integrate seamlessly with other major infrastructure projects within the Lekki corridor, reinforcing its position as a critical transportation and industrial hub.

Boost for National Logistics

The Federal Government maintains that the completion of the road will strengthen Nigeria’s logistics architecture by improving cargo evacuation from ports and industrial facilities. The project is expected to reduce bottlenecks, lower transportation costs, and enhance the overall efficiency of goods movement across the country.

With the rapid expansion of industrial activities in the Lekki axis, particularly around the Dangote Refinery and the Lekki Deep Sea Port, authorities say the 7th Axial Road will play a decisive role in sustaining economic momentum and attracting further investments.

As construction progresses, stakeholders in the maritime and logistics sectors are closely monitoring developments, hopeful that the project will bring lasting relief to port congestion and position Lagos as a more competitive gateway for trade in West Africa.

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The Lagos State Government will begin construction of the $3 billion Green Line Rail project in December 2025.

Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, confirmed this in a statement on Monday, describing the Green Line as one of the state’s most ambitious transport projects.

The 70-kilometre rail line will connect Marina to the Lekki Free Trade Zone, with 17 stations across Victoria Island, Lekki, Ajah, Sangotedo, and Epe. Construction will be carried out in two phases—first from Lekki First Tollgate to Epe, then from Marina to Lekki, partly on water.

Osiyemi said feasibility studies and stakeholder consultations had been completed to minimise disruption. Preparatory activities are underway, including clearing illegal structures and relocating traders along the Lekki-Epe corridor.

Designed to ease chronic traffic congestion, the Green Line will cut travel time between Marina and Epe to under one hour. Trains will run every three minutes, carrying up to 35,000 passengers per hour in each direction.

The project, valued at ₦4.5 trillion, will be executed under a public-private partnership with China Harbour Engineering Company. The Federal Government has committed ₦146.14 billion as counterpart funding in the 2025 budget.

Experts have commended the initiative but urged the government to review station spacing and expand capacity to meet future demand.

According to Osiyemi, the project will boost economic growth, create jobs, and improve the overall quality of life across the Lekki-Epe corridor.

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Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has withdrawn the Abuja-bound section of the Mararaba–Keffi road reconstruction project from China Harbour Engineering Company Limited over poor performance and disregard for directives.

During an inspection on Saturday, Umahi expressed disappointment with the contractor’s attitude and slow pace on the 43.65km dual carriageway, announcing that indigenous firms will now handle the section for faster, higher-quality delivery.

He criticized China Harbour for ignoring instructions and failing to maintain unused sections of the road, warning that such negligence would no longer be tolerated.

Umahi reiterated that no contractor should pave roads without completing shoulders and proper wearing courses, emphasizing that such shortcuts lead to early road failure.

Commending President Bola Tinubu for supporting strict oversight, Umahi urged the public to report any ministry official demanding bribes. He also warned that directors and controllers who fail to report contractor noncompliance within 24 hours would face sanctions.

Effective immediately, local contractors will handle the Abuja-bound carriageway’s inner and outer shoulders using concrete. Umahi urged states to monitor contractors closely and report poor performance, assuring that erring companies would be promptly replaced.

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