Nigerian Government Renames Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway After Tinubu
The Nigerian government has officially renamed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Coastal Highway. Minister of Works David Umahi stated the change honors the President's vision for the project, which he reportedly conceived 27 years ago.
Why it matters
The renaming highlights the intersection of infrastructure development and political branding in Nigeria, reflecting the current administration's efforts to cement its legacy.
According to David Umahi, the minister of works, the federal ministry decided to rename the project in recognition of Tinubu's role in conceiving the initiative.
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