‘N150bn Kano railway project shows Tinubu’s commitment to development’

The Managing Director of the Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority (HJRBDA), Alhaji Rabiu Suleiman Bichi, has said that the recent allocation of N150 billion in the 2025 Appropriation Bill for the construction of a railway line in Kano City is a testament to the President’s commitment to driving growth and development across the nation.

According to him, “This ambitious project is poised to revolutionise transportation in Kano city, enhancing connectivity, facilitating trade, and boosting economic growth.”

Making this known on Friday in Kano, Alhaji Bichi added, “The railway line will not only improve the quality of life for residents but also position Kano as a hub for commerce and industry.”

“As we celebrate another milestone in Nigeria’s journey towards progress, we extend our sincerest gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his visionary leadership,” he said.

Alhaji Bichi said President Tinubu’s administration has demonstrated a clear focus on infrastructure development, as evident from the 2025 budget’s emphasis on revitalising hospitals and investing in healthcare infrastructure.

He emphasised that “the allocation for the Kano railway line is a significant addition to these efforts, showcasing the government’s dedication to transforming Nigeria’s infrastructure landscape.”

“As we applaud this milestone, we acknowledge the President’s efforts to stimulate economic recovery and growth.

The 2025 budget’s projections of generating 18.32 trillion Naira in revenue and setting total government expenditure at 27.50 trillion Naira demonstrate a clear vision for Nigeria’s fiscal future.”

His words: “I must also acknowledge the untiring efforts of our member representing the Bichi Federal constituency, Hon. Abubakar Kabir Abubakar Bichi, popularly known as Abba, in bringing unprecedented developmental projects in both physical and social infrastructure.”

He added that the National Chairman of the APC, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje’s contributions to the growth of the nation and stability of the political landscape have continued to inspire us to work more for the development of our people and the nation.

“Your tenacity to provide modern transportation hubs in Kano by purchasing 100 high-capacity buses and a light rail project which you pursued at the Federal level has yielded the desired result.

Once again, we express our deepest gratitude to President Tinubu for this groundbreaking initiative. We look forward to witnessing the transformative impact of the Kano railway line on the city and its people.”

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