The former governor of Cross River state,Donald Duke, says the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway project is yet another case of misplaced priority from the federal government. Duke described funding for the health sector as inadequate, noting that the country’s healthcare and education systems require far greater investment. So you prioritise, focus on your priorities, recalibrate your revenue system.” The former governor also called for reforms to Nigeria’s revenue collection system, saying excessive reliance on taxing corporate profits encourages tax avoidance. “We are blessed with all the known forms of energy, from hydro to solar to gas to petroleum,” he said.