The federal government has taken steps to compensate property owners affected by the construction of the 700km Lagos-Calabar coastal highway project by establishing a compensation verification committee.
According to reports, Minister of Works, David Umahi, revealed that verified claims would be settled within 72 hours by the contractor, Hitech Construction Ltd.
Umahi clarified that compensation would only be provided to property owners with proven titles. He noted that shanties and properties within the 250m shoreline setback without federal government titles would not receive compensation, citing legal constraints.
However, compensating for such titles would require a Presidential waiver, if deemed appropriate. Speaking during the inauguration of the committee in Abuja on Thursday, Umahi directed the committee to complete its mandate within 10 days.
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