Peter Obi is obviously not pleased with the actions of the government as regards the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway project.
According to Obi, the project is another example of “misplaced priority” from the government.
The federal government recently began the construction of the 700-kilometre highway.
Funding Concerns
The highway is expected to run through the shoreline of beach resorts in Lagos, while traversing eight other states.
This project has sparked controversy from many.
Concerns have been raised over funding and the businesses that will be impacted during construction.
The Labour Party presidential candidate on April 22, said the project should not rank high on the government’s scale of preference.
The minister of works, David Umahi on Sunday said the federal government had flagged off the demolition of structures on its right of way at the Lagos end.
Peter Obi Calls Project Insensitive
Then, on Monday, video clips of the demolition of some structures at the Landmark Beach made the rounds on social media.
In a series of tweets on Tuesday, the former Anambra State governor said the “insensitive” demolition of structures for the project is “heart-wrenching”.
“While acknowledging the economic value of the road, its conception dating back to Tafewa Balewa’s time, several parameters have changed.
“Insecurity and poverty are rampant, placing this project lower on today’s national priorities,” Obi wrote on X.
Obi is of the opinion that, it is time to question the rationale and timing of the project and similar ones.
Also, he highlighted that, the nation was in its worst economic state in history, with poverty and hunger spreading.
“The basic necessities of life are beyond reach for most Nigerians.
“The sight of this insensitive demolition is heart-wrenching.
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“Livelihoods are being wiped away, lifetime investments are being wasted, and jobs are disappearing as bulldozers roar through.”
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