- FG secures ₦250bn for Kaduna and Kano light rail projects.
- Tinubu administration insists no region is sidelined in capital allocations.
- Projects expected to ease transport, create jobs, and boost investments.
The Federal Government has announced the approval of about ₦250 billion to support the development of light rail projects in Kaduna and Kano States.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this on Monday at a World Press Conference in Abuja. He said the move reflects President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to balanced national development and equitable distribution of capital projects across the country.
“Contrary to the perception being pushed in some quarters, this administration has demonstrated uncommon commitment to balanced and inclusive development since assuming office. The distribution of capital projects under President Bola Tinubu is equitable. No zone is taking a back seat,” Idris said.
According to him, ₦150 billion has been secured for the Kano light rail project, while ₦100 billion will be allocated to Kaduna. He explained that the intervention is part of efforts to support states with critical infrastructure projects that can accelerate growth, improve mobility, and create jobs.
“The Federal Government is actively going further to support various subnational infrastructure projects, for instance, the light rail projects in Kano and Kaduna States, for which funding to the tune of ₦150 billion and ₦100 billion respectively has been secured,” Idris stated.
The minister also highlighted the administration’s focus on strengthening governance at the grassroots. He revealed that President Tinubu is determined to ensure financial autonomy for local government areas, which he described as “catalysts for growth and development.”
Idris added that states now receive significantly higher allocations from the Federation Account, following the removal of fuel subsidy. According to him, this has created “increased headroom” for subnational governments to fund more projects with less reliance on debt.
The Kaduna and Kano light rail projects, when completed, are expected to ease urban transportation, attract investments, and boost economic activities in the North-West region.
