The Federal Government has approved a ₦1 trillion Metropolitan Rail Service for Kano State to enhance urban transportation, stimulate economic activities and reduce traffic congestion in the state capital.
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, disclosed the approval while addressing members of the state contingent that participated in the 2025 National Qur’anic Recitation Competition held in Borno State.
The development was confirmed in a statement issued on Thursday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
According to the statement, the rail project is designed to provide a modern, efficient and affordable mass transit system that will connect major districts within the Kano metropolis and improve mobility for residents.
Governor Yusuf said the metropolitan rail service would significantly transform public transportation in the state by offering a safe and reliable means of movement, while also boosting trade, investment and overall economic growth.
He explained that his administration’s decision to realign politically with the Federal Government was informed by the need to attract major infrastructure projects capable of accelerating development in Kano.
“Our decision to work closely with the Federal Government is guided by the interest of the Kano people and the urgent need to attract critical infrastructure that will drive growth and development,” the governor said.
Describing the project as a landmark intervention, Yusuf noted that the rail service would improve the quality of life of residents and reposition Kano as a key transportation hub in Northern Nigeria.
He assured that the state government would collaborate with relevant federal agencies to ensure transparent execution, smooth implementation and maximum benefits for the people.
The governor also expressed gratitude to the Federal Government for approving the project and pledged the state’s commitment to supporting federal initiatives through complementary policies and infrastructure development.
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