FG Clarifies Lagos-Badagry Expressway’s Role in Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Project
The Federal Government has provided fresh explanation on the ongoing reconstruction of the Lagos-Badagry Expressway, confirming its critical role as Nigeria’s contribution to the larger Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway project a landmark trans-West African infrastructure initiative.
The Lagos-Badagry Expressway, currently being expanded into a six-lane dual carriageway, is a strategic segment of the proposed 1,028-kilometre Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway, which is set to connect five coastal nations: Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Nigeria. The corridor is a flagship project under the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union’s Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA).
According to federal authorities, the expressway upgrade starting from Eric Moore in Mile 2, Lagos, and stretching toward the Seme border is being designed to meet international standards for the transnational highway. This is aimed at ensuring seamless connectivity and boosting the quality of road infrastructure along the route.
The Abidjan-Lagos Highway is expected to revolutionize trade and mobility within the West African region. Officials have confirmed that the design phase has been completed and approved by ECOWAS heads of state, with construction expected to commence in 2025 and run through to 2030.
The project is estimated to cost approximately $15.6 billion, with around $6.8 billion anticipated from private sector investment. The African Development Bank, ECOWAS Commission, and other international partners are backing the project through funding and technical support.
Once completed, the Lagos-Badagry axis will serve as a gateway to increased economic activity, smoother transport logistics, and stronger regional integration.
The expressway’s transformation is expected to reduce travel time, enhance trade efficiency, and link major urban centers and ports across West Africa.
The Federal Government reiterated its commitment to delivering this critical piece of infrastructure as part of Nigeria’s broader goals of regional cooperation, economic development, and improved road safety.
