Ministry moves to protect multi-billion-naira superhighway, warns against truck parking and refuse dumping

The Federal Ministry of Works has banned the operation of commercial motorcycles and tricycles on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway in a decisive move to protect the newly built superhighway from misuse and early deterioration.

The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Olufemi Dare, announced the directive on Sunday, confirming that enforcement will begin this week.

Dare said the restriction is aimed at preserving the structural integrity of the road and ensuring its long-term durability, describing the coastal highway as a critical national asset that must be properly maintained.

Beyond the ban on okadas and tricycles, the ministry has also outlawed indiscriminate parking of trucks and articulated vehicles along the highway and on bridges across Lagos State. It further prohibited the dumping of refuse along the corridor, warning that such practices pose serious risks to public infrastructure.

“Violators of these directives will face strict enforcement actions,” Dare said, noting that authorities are stepping up monitoring to ensure compliance.

He revealed that warning signs outlining the new rules have already been installed along the route, while task force teams will be stationed at key نقاط to enforce the regulations.

Describing the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as a world-class project, Dare stressed that safeguarding the road is essential to maximising its lifespan and value to Nigerians.

He urged motorists and other road users to comply fully with the directives, emphasising that collective responsibility is key to preserving the multi-billion-naira investment.

The restrictions, according to the ministry, are part of broader efforts to protect critical national infrastructure from abuse and prevent rapid deterioration.