Authorities have intensified demolition activities along sections of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway corridor as part of efforts to clear encroachments, improve drainage, and reduce the risk of flooding. The renewed exercise targets structures identified within the highway's right-of-way and flood-prone areas. Officials say the move is aimed at ensuring the smooth delivery of the coastal highway project while addressing environmental and public safety concerns, especially during the rainy season.
The development has sparked mixed reactions, with affected residents and property owners expressing concerns over displacement, while government officials maintain that the exercise is necessary to protect lives, improve infrastructure, and mitigate flooding.
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