Bennett OghifoThe Minister of Works, David Umahi, recently held talks with a high-level delegation from the Republic of Chad, led by the Chadian Minister of Infrastructure and Road Maintenance, Mr. Amir Idriss Kourda, on the implementation of the Abidjan-Lagos highway project. The discussion, specifically, was on the Fluvio Lacustrine Connectivity Programme and a proposal for direct transportation link between Nigeria and Chad. “I am happy that you mentioned that your President is in touch with our President on this project. The co-operation between the two countries has been there, especially on security and economy, and Chad is a very important partner to Nigeria. We assure you that the project is key to the development of Nigeria and Chad.