The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, in collaboration with relevant agencies and stakeholders, to allocate adequate resources, including funding and manpower, for the timely repair, reconstruction, and comprehensive rehabilitation of the Lagos-Abeokuta expressway.
The House urged that it be included in the 2024 budget estimates.
The House mandated the Committee on FERMA to carry out rehabilitation on the failed portion of the Road.
It also mandated the Committee on Legislative Compliance to ensure implementation.
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These resolutions followed the adoption of a motion titled, “Need to Address the Deplorable State of Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway from Abule Egba to Sango” moved by Hon. Benjamin Adeyemi Olabinjo.
The House noted that the current condition of the Lagos-Abeokuta expressway poses severe safety hazards for road users, due to potholes, uneven surfaces, and inadequate road markings have contributed to accidents and loss of lives.
It also noted that the deplorable state of the Lagos-Abeokuta expressway from Abule Egba to Sango, which has become a death trap for motorists and commuters.
It was concerned that the Impact on Livelihoods of people living along the Lagos-Abeokuta expressway have been seriously affected as limited accessibility due to road conditions hampers daily activities, including access to schools, healthcare facilities, markets, and employment opportunities.
The House said a swift repair is crucial to restore normalcy, enhance economic opportunities, and improve the quality of life for residents.
The House was also concerned that the deplorable state of the road has resulted in severe traffic congestion, causing significant delays and disruptions in the movement of goods and people.
This, it said, has negatively impacted economic activities, increased transportation costs, and hindered the growth of businesses along the route.
The House said the urgent repair and rehabilitation are necessary to alleviate traffic congestion and promote economic development in the region.
It worried that the state of the road creates a negative impression of the region and deters potential visitors and tourists because is one of the major routes connecting two significant states, which serves as a gateway to the Lagos and Ogun States.
The House also worried that the poor road conditions hinder tourism potential, impede regional development, and adversely affect the local economy.