Kaduna-Kano rail project hits 90%, inauguration set for December

The APC Presidential Campaign Council has announced that President Bola Tinubu will officially open the Kaduna-Kano Standard Gauge Railway project on December 3, 2026. This railway, which stretches 203 kilometers from Kaduna to Kano, is nearing completion at 90% and is set to enhance regional connectivity and facilitate the movement of passengers and goods across Northern Nigeria.

The council's spokesperson, Dele Alake, highlighted that both the Kaduna-Kano and Kano-Katsina-Maradi projects have made significant progress since President Tinubu's inauguration in 2023. The Kano-Katsina-Maradi railway, which is 400 kilometers long, has reached 70% completion, demonstrating the administration's commitment to improving infrastructure and boosting economic growth.

These projects were recently inspected by a Federal Government team led by Funso Adebiyi, who praised the quality of the construction work, particularly the railway alignment and drainage infrastructure. The Kaduna-Kano railway is expected to boost passenger transportation and commercial activities, providing an alternative to road travel along a major economic corridor.