The 7th Axial Road project is a significant infrastructure development initiative in Nigeria, aimed at enhancing the country’s logistics and transportation capabilities. Here are the key details of the project:
Approval: The Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved the project with a budget of $651.7 million.
Length: The road project involves a 50-kilometer dual carriageway and an additional five kilometers of bridges.
Significance: It serves as a crucial evacuation corridor for goods from the Lekki Deep Seaport, including products from the Dangote Refinery and Fertilizer plant.
Connection: The road will connect Epe to the Sagamu-Ore Expressway, linking 17 southern states and the wider northern region.
Funding: The funding is secured from the China Exim Bank following a presentation by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the Chinese President.
Environmental and Social Impact: The project is subject to an Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) to ensure compliance with national regulatory requirements and international best practices.
The 7th Axial Road project is expected to significantly improve cargo movement, reduce pressure on existing road networks, and strengthen the Lekki corridor as a major transportation and industrial hub when completed.


