Peter Obi faults Calabar Coastal Highway, calls it a misplaced priority, Nigerians call it SCAM

Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate for 2027, has criticised the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, describing it as a misplaced priority and urging the Federal Government to focus on completing existing road projects across Nigeria.

Obi has questioned the project’s cost, timing and prioritisation, arguing that public resources should address urgent needs and unfinished infrastructure before the government commits to expensive new projects.

The highway, championed by President Bola Tinubu’s administration, has generated debate over its cost, expected economic benefits, implementation and the government’s wider infrastructure priorities. Some critics have gone further by calling the project a “scam,” while supporters point to its potential to improve connectivity and economic activity. Such allegations should be assessed against verifiable evidence.

As the 2027 election approaches, the disagreement highlights broader questions about public spending, accountability and which infrastructure projects should receive priority.

Is the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway a worthwhile investment, or should the government focus first on existing unfinished roads? Watch the full report and share your views in the comments.

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