Lagos State Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu's administration has announced the completion of 362 roads, covering approximately 347 kilometers across the state since 2019. The government has simultaneously executed major investments in healthcare, justice administration, education, public safety, and digital infrastructure as part of efforts to transform Africa's largest city into a globally competitive megacity.
Infrastructure Renewal Programme
The projects, delivered under Governor Sanwo-Olu's leadership, were designed to improve mobility, strengthen economic productivity, enhance public service delivery, and support the state's rapidly growing population. Speaking at the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing in Alausa, Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, Engr. Olufemi Daramola, stated that the administration had sustained an aggressive infrastructure renewal programme despite rising construction costs and economic challenges.
Lagos completed an additional 130 roads covering approximately 113 kilometers within the last year alone, building on previously commissioned projects across the state's five divisions. Daramola highlighted strategic projects delivered during the review period, including the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge and approach roads, Babajide Sanwo-Olu Road in Agege, Abaranje Road in Alimosho, and several major roads across Badagry and Ikorodu.
Upcoming Transformational Projects
Several transformational projects have been completed and are awaiting commissioning, including major sections of the Eti-Osa-Lekki-Epe Expressway corridor, Gberigbe Road in Ikorodu, Aka-Kemberi Road in Ojo, Ijegun-Ijagemo Road, and Akesan-Igando Road in Alimosho. Daramola emphasized that as part of the long-term infrastructure strategy, the government is constructing resilient infrastructure that strengthens economic lifelines, improves mobility, and enhances the everyday lives of over 20 million Lagosians.
Strategic projects at advanced stages, including the Igbogbo-Bola Ahmed Tinubu-Igbe Road, Agric-Isawo-Konu-Arepo Road, and the Lagos-Badagry carriageway, are scheduled for commissioning.
Investments in Public Buildings and Social Infrastructure
Beyond transportation infrastructure, the state is making substantial investments in public buildings and social infrastructure. Special Adviser to the Governor on Works, Dr. Adekunle Olayinka, said the administration had adopted an infrastructure-led development strategy aimed at addressing long-standing deficits while laying the foundation for sustainable economic growth.
Work continues on several landmark projects, including the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Administrative Complex and Revenue House in Alausa, both designed to improve public service efficiency and provide modern office infrastructure for government operations.
Healthcare Infrastructure Priority
Healthcare infrastructure remains a major priority, with construction progressing on a 280-bed General Hospital in Ojo, a 150-bed Massey Children's Hospital, and a 1,500-bed Psychiatric Hospital and Rehabilitation Centre in Ketu-Ejinrin. These projects are expected to significantly improve access to healthcare services while creating employment opportunities for residents. The Ojo General Hospital project has already generated about 600 jobs, while the Massey Children's Hospital project has created approximately 750 jobs.
Justice and Education Sectors
In the justice sector, Olayinka highlighted the commissioning of the Commercial Court at Tapa on Lagos Island and ongoing construction and renovation of magistrates' courts, judges' quarters, police facilities, and mediation centres aimed at strengthening the administration of justice and law enforcement. Investments in education infrastructure include projects at Lagos State University, Lagos State University of Education, and Lagos State University of Science and Technology, as well as renovations at the Nigerian Law School, Lagos Campus.
Other notable projects include the redevelopment of the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, ongoing remodelling of Teslim Balogun Stadium and other sporting facilities, construction of an Elderly Care Home in Epe, fire stations, police barracks, and a new Lagos State Data Centre.
Digital Infrastructure and Broadband Expansion
Daramola disclosed that the Lagos State Infrastructure Maintenance and Regulatory Agency facilitated investments for the deployment of about 30,000 kilometers of fibre duct infrastructure and attracted approximately $22 million in foreign direct investment for fibre optic expansion across the state. This initiative is expected to deepen broadband penetration, support smart-city development, and accelerate digital inclusion.
Challenges and Commitment
The officials acknowledged challenges posed by flooding, climate change, rising construction costs, and infrastructure vandalism but maintained that the administration remains committed to delivering resilient and future-ready infrastructure capable of supporting Lagos' growing population and economic ambitions.
