Minister of Works David Umahi has raised alarms over acts of sabotage and unauthorized use along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, pointing to incidents where construction materials like blocks and rods were stolen, and perimeter fences vandalized.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Addressing a press briefing and stakeholder meeting in Lagos—where he also initiated repairs on the Eko and Marine bridges—Umahi instructed the Lagos Works Controller to enforce an immediate and total prohibition on motorcycles, tricycles, hawkers, and unauthorized loitering on the multi-lane road corridor.

Highlighting a late-night inspection with National Assembly members where individuals were found sleeping on the route, the Minister stressed that no major superhighway accommodates such activities and demanded an end to illegal occupations.

To safeguard these vital national assets, Umahi urged the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to step up security. He further noted that the Ministry has invited anti-corruption bodies to audit its ongoing infrastructure projects.

Spanning 750 kilometers across 10 lanes, the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is designed to link Lagos and Cross River through Ogun, Ondo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, and Akwa Ibom states, serving as a critical project to boost transport, ease traffic, and unlock economic corridors.

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has condemned the vandalism of road infrastructure across the country, describing the destruction of public assets as “devilish”, “wicked” and unacceptable.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Umahi spoke on Sunday during a press conference and stakeholders’ engagement on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, where he also flagged off repair works on the Eko Bridge and Marine Bridge in Lagos.News

reports that the minister urged Nigerians to support the government in protecting public infrastructure, stressing that the President, ministers and state governors could not be everywhere to monitor national assets.

“It is very disheartening to know that these people, the efforts they are putting in to destroy national assets, if they put it on labour work in Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, if they put it in all the construction sites of the state government and Federal Government, they will put in less effort, and they will make more money.

“So, it’s devilish, it’s wickedness, and it’s unacceptable. The President cannot be everywhere; he is not a spirit. The minister cannot be everywhere; governors cannot be everywhere, so we have to come together to protect our national assets.

“When these roads are built under the President, they will last for 100 years. But when the roads are excavated and removed, we will be back to square one, and God will not allow it,” he said.

His comments came against the backdrop of the recent vandalism of sections of the newly constructed Festac-Alakija Bridge in Lagos.

Suspected scavengers reportedly broke into parts of the bridge in an attempt to remove embedded iron rods and other metal components, prompting security and enforcement agencies to launch an operation to apprehend those responsible.

The Lagos State Government subsequently announced the arrest of 27 suspects in connection with the incident.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who inspected the affected sections of the bridge on Saturday alongside engineers and contractors, assured residents that the structure remained safe, sound and open to traffic.

Sanwo-Olu also ordered immediate reinforcement and repairs on the affected sections, while warning that those involved in the vandalism and buyers of stolen government property would face the full force of the law.

A former presidential aspirant, Segun Showunmi, has applauded President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, for his contribution to his father’s legacy.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

He described Seyi as “a son worthy of admiration” and commended his approach to leadership and youth mobilisation.

Showunmi said his admiration was driven less by the organisation’s physical structure and more by what he described as its inclusive culture.

According to Showunmi, the movement brings together young Nigerians from different ethnic, religious and social backgrounds.

“No father can have a son like Seyi Tinubu and not be deeply thankful to Almighty God,” he wrote.

He also congratulated President Bola Tinubu, saying having children who reflect a parent’s values is among the greatest achievements a person can attain.

“Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I am genuinely happy for you. There are many achievements a man may record in public life, but among the greatest blessings bestowed upon any father is to see his values reflected in his children,” Showunmi said.

“In Seyi, I see a young man who is working hard to justify the confidence reposed in him and to earn his place through effort and commitment.”

Showunmi said the City Boy Movement demonstrated deliberate leadership, noting that its structure included women and persons living with disabilities.

He said Seyi’s interactions with members of his team particularly impressed him, describing the young politician’s conduct towards his staff as an indication of his leadership style.

“What struck me most, however, was not the structure but the culture. I watched Seyi interact with his team. I saw him share snacks with members of his back-end staff.

“There was no air of superiority, no unnecessary distance. Respect flowed naturally. The people around him appeared motivated not merely because they worked with him, but because they felt valued by him,” he wrote.

The former Atiku spokesperson said true leadership was often better demonstrated away from public attention, praising Seyi for what he described as humility and dedication to service.

“The seeds you are planting today will bear fruit tomorrow. The hours you spend, the sacrifices you make, and the bridges you are building across our national divides will not go unnoticed,” he said.

He added that Seyi’s activities could contribute to the political cause he supports while demonstrating that political participation could be “organised, inclusive, respectful, and purposeful”.

Showunmi further said Nigeria needed young people willing to unite others and serve with humility.

“Every father desires a son who will add value to his legacy. Every nation needs young men and women prepared to work, unite people, and serve with humility. From what I have seen, Seyi Tinubu is striving to be such a man.

“As for me, I see in Seyi a younger brother whose dedication, energy, and commitment to service make me proud,” he said.