Tinubu targets December 3 inauguration for Kaduna-Kano rail, Kano-Maradi project reaches 70% completion
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is targeting December 3, 2026, for the inauguration of the Kaduna-Kano railway project, as construction work on the Kano-Katsina-Maradi railway project has reportedly reached 70 per cent completion.
The development was disclosed by the APC Presidential Campaign Council following an inspection of the railway projects by a Federal Government delegation led by the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Transportation, Engr. Funso Adebiyi.
During the inspection, the delegation reportedly conducted a train test-run from Jaji in Kaduna State to Kano to assess the railway infrastructure and passenger facilities.
According to the council, the Kaduna-Kano railway project has reached approximately 90 per cent completion, while the Kano-Katsina-Maradi railway project has attained 70 per cent.
The inspection team also identified outstanding land acquisition and compensation issues within Kaduna metropolis. President Tinubu reportedly directed that the issues be resolved immediately to facilitate the completion of the remaining sections.
The Kaduna-Kano railway is expected to improve transportation connectivity between Kaduna, Zaria and Kano, providing passengers and businesses with an alternative means of moving people and goods across the region.
Meanwhile, the Kano-Katsina-Maradi railway project is expected to strengthen cross-border transportation and trade between Nigeria and neighbouring Niger Republic.
When completed and operational, the projects are expected to support commercial activities, improve regional connectivity and contribute to economic development across northern Nigeria.
The December 3 inauguration remains the announced target, while the full completion and commencement of passenger services across the entire railway networks will depend on the completion of the outstanding works.
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