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The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is not just about building a road. It is raising deep accountability and governance concerns that cannot be ignored. Beyond the headlines, several critical issues stand out: - Unclear total project cost and limited public disclosure on procurement process. - Demolitions and displacement of businesses and livelihoods with concerns around compensation. - Environmental risks to coastal communities, wetlands, and long term climate impact. - Phased commissioning that raises questions about political optics versus actual project completion. - Uncertainty around project design, scope, and long term maintenance plan. At Tracka, we have joined many well-meaning Nigerians in demanding answers. We submitted a Freedom of Information request to @FMWNIG through the office of the minister @DaveUmahi to seek clarity on these issues since March 2, yet no response has been received to date. This lack of transparency weakens public trust and raises further concerns about how large-scale infrastructure projects are being managed. Public projects of this magnitude must be open, accountable, and people-centred. Citizens deserve to know the true cost, the process, and the long-term impact. We will continue to #followtheprojects and demand accountability because #publicfundsmustworkforthegoodofthepeople. #askquestions