Building news lagos today

Here are some of the latest building news and updates from Lagos, Nigeria:

New Projects

  1. Eko Atlantic City: The Eko Atlantic City project, a 10-kilometer-long, 160-hectare city being built on reclaimed land off the coast of Victoria Island, is expected to be completed by 2025. The project will feature residential, commercial, and recreational spaces.
  2. Lekki Deep Seaport: The Lekki Deep Seaport, a new seaport being built in Lekki, Lagos, is expected to be completed by 2023. The port will have a capacity to handle 1.2 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) of cargo per year.
  3. Lagos-Ibadan Expressway: The Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, a major highway project, is expected to be completed by 2023. The project involves the construction of a new highway and the expansion of existing infrastructure.

Completed Projects

  1. Lagos State Government's Affordable Housing Scheme: The Lagos State Government has completed the construction of 1,500 units of affordable housing in the Iponri area of Surulere, Lagos.
  2. The Harbour Point: The Harbour Point, a luxury residential complex located in Victoria Island, Lagos, has been completed. The complex features 12 floors of residential units, a rooftop pool, and a gym.
  3. The Palms Shopping Mall: The Palms Shopping Mall, a major shopping mall located in Victoria Island, Lagos, has been expanded and renovated. The mall now features additional retail spaces, restaurants, and entertainment facilities.

Awards and Recognition

  1. Lagos State Government wins award for Best State in Infrastructure Development: The Lagos State Government has won an award for the Best State in Infrastructure Development in Nigeria.
  2. Eko Atlantic City wins award for Best Urban Development Project: The Eko Atlantic City project has won an award for the Best Urban Development Project in Africa.

Challenges and Concerns

  1. Lagos State Government's plan to demolish buildings: The Lagos State Government has announced plans to demolish over 100 buildings in the state that do not meet building standards. The plan has raised concerns among residents and business owners.
  2. Traffic congestion in Lagos: Lagos is known for its traffic congestion, and the Lagos State Government is working to address the issue through the construction of new roads and the expansion of existing infrastructure.

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