The Lagos State government has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) for the construction of the Lekki-Epe link bridge. Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu made this known on Wednesday after formalizing the agreement in the presence of President Bola Tinubu, who is currently on an official visit to China.
Sanwo-Olu mentioned that they had deliberated on awarding the EPC contract to CCECC, and that both feasibility and design studies for the project had already been completed. He emphasized that their focus on major road networks was intended to alleviate traffic congestion and ensure a smoother commuting experience, while also promoting economic growth.
The governor further announced that the state had signed an additional MoU to install solar power systems in higher education institutions across Lagos. He stated that these systems, expected to generate approximately 50 MW, would provide cleaner and more affordable electricity, and highlighted the initiative as a demonstration of the state’s commitment to sustainable energy as a cornerstone of its economic development.
