The Lagos State Government has approved designated mining sites to support ongoing construction work on the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Road project. The approval is aimed at ensuring a steady supply of building materials needed to fast-track the massive infrastructure development.
The announcement was made during the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources in Alausa. The Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Biodun Ogunleye, highlighted the decision as one of the ministry’s key achievements over the past year.
According to the state government, the mining approvals were granted specifically to support Hitech Construction Company, the main contractor handling the Lagos section of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway under an Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Financing (EPC+F) arrangement.
To support continuous construction activity, borrow pits have been activated across several key locations including Ilamija, Kajola, Orimedu, and Akodo corridors. These sites are expected to provide sand and other materials required for road development along the project route.
Officials explained that the goal of the approvals is to prevent delays in construction by ensuring that essential materials are available close to the project sites. This is expected to improve efficiency and reduce transportation challenges for contractors working on the highway.
During the briefing, the ministry also revealed that it is currently monitoring 20 mineral resource sites across Lagos State. These include 13 active sites and seven inactive ones spread across Ikorodu, Epe, Ibeju-Lekki, Ajah, and Badagry areas. In addition, 141 approved revenue consultants have been deployed to strengthen regulation and improve compliance within the sector.
To address environmental challenges linked to mining and construction activities, joint operations were carried out with the Lagos Waste Management Authority. This led to the deployment of specialised corridor cleaning teams known as “Highway Doctors,” who operate along the Ajah–Ibeju-Lekki–Epe axis to manage sand spillages and maintain road safety.
Beyond mining support, the ministry also provided updates on wider infrastructure and energy developments in the state. It is currently facilitating the Right of Way for the Lekki–Epe Integrated Energy Corridor, a 132kV power transmission project that will connect Ajah, Eleko Junction, and Alaro City. A parallel gas pipeline is also being developed to improve industrial energy supply in the region.
In addition, four marine filling stations have been introduced under the Waterways Energy Solutions programme. These facilities are designed to provide cleaner fuel options for ferry operators under the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), supporting safer and more efficient water transportation.
In the power sector, the ministry has approved 14 licences and permits covering off-grid power generation, embedded systems, independent distribution, metering, and mini-grid projects. These include new energy facilities in industrial and residential areas aimed at improving electricity access and reliability.
The Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway remains one of Nigeria’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, stretching over 750 kilometres across multiple coastal states. Construction began in March 2024, with the first Lagos segment commissioned in May 2025. The project is being executed in phases across Lagos, Cross River, and Akwa Ibom States, and is expected to significantly boost trade, transport, and economic activity along the coastal corridor once completed.
