Buhari approve new railway projects

You're referring to the recent development in Nigeria's railway sector!

Yes, President Muhammadu Buhari has approved several new railway projects in Nigeria. Here are some of the notable ones:

  1. Kano-Maradi Railway Project: This project aims to connect Kano, Nigeria's second-largest city, to Maradi, a major commercial hub in Niger Republic. The project is expected to boost trade and economic development in the region.
  2. Lagos-Ibadan Railway Project: This project is an extension of the existing Lagos-Abeokuta railway line, which will connect Lagos to Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. The project is expected to improve transportation and reduce congestion on the Lagos-Ibadan highway.
  3. Kano-Kaduna Railway Project: This project will connect Kano to Kaduna, another major city in northern Nigeria. The project is expected to improve transportation and economic development in the region.
  4. Port Harcourt-Maiduguri Railway Project: This project will connect Port Harcourt, a major oil-producing city in southern Nigeria, to Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State in northeastern Nigeria. The project is expected to improve transportation and economic development in the region.
  5. Itakpe-Ajaokuta-Warri Railway Project: This project will connect Itakpe, a major iron ore mining town in Kogi State, to Ajaokuta, a steel production town in Kogi State, and then to Warri, a major commercial city in Delta State. The project is expected to improve transportation and economic development in the region.

These projects are expected to improve Nigeria's transportation infrastructure, boost economic development, and create jobs. The Federal Government has also announced plans to concession some of these projects to private investors to ensure their successful implementation.

It's worth noting that these projects are part of the Federal Government's efforts to revamp Nigeria's railway sector, which has been plagued by years of neglect and underinvestment. The government has also announced plans to invest heavily in the sector to make it more efficient and effective.