Infrastructure & Transportation

Achievements in Infrastructure and Transportation

Since 2023, the administration has fundamentally restructured Nigeria’s infrastructure landscape, moving from fragmented projects to a cohesive national network. A landmark milestone is the commencement of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, a 700km project designed to catalyze economic activity across nine states. Key achievements include the completion of the Port Harcourt-Aba rail line and the launch of the Red Line Rail in Lagos, which now transports over 250,000 commuters daily. By revitalizing our maritime gateways and commissioning the Funtua Dry Port, the administration has successfully optimized cargo evacuation, resulting in a 40% reduction in port congestion and the creation of over 100,000 direct and indirect jobs across the transport value chain.

Entering 2026, the administration has intensified its momentum through the Renewed Hope Infrastructure Development Fund (RHIDF), a multi-trillion naira vehicle designed to bridge the nation’s infrastructure gap. This year’s focus has seen the rapid advancement of the Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway, a strategic corridor that will connect the agricultural north to the industrial south, alongside the comprehensive rehabilitation of the Third Mainland Bridge and other critical federal arteries. By pioneering the National Land Transport Policy, the government is successfully transitioning from an unregulated system to a data-driven, safe, and integrated transport model that is projected to slash logistics costs and triple the lifespan of our national road network.

In the aviation sector, the President has successfully revitalized Nigeria’s global standing by overseeing the total overhaul of the Abuja and Lagos International Airports. This strategic shift towards “Aviation for Growth” has seen the restoration of world-class safety standards and the resolution of long-standing foreign airline fund backlogs, which has attracted three new international carriers to Nigerian routes. Furthermore, the administration’s support for local carriers through the Aviation Development Fund is ensuring that Nigeria becomes the primary maintenance and logistics hub for West and Central Africa.

Furthermore, the administration has prioritized Digital Infrastructure as the backbone of the modern economy. By facilitating the deployment of over 90,000 kilometers of fiber optic cable through a Special Purpose Vehicle, the President is ensuring that high-speed internet reaches even the most remote communities. This “Digital Superhighway” is not just connecting people; it is providing the essential infrastructure for the 3MTT program, telemedicine, and the digital financial services that are empowering millions of Nigerian entrepreneurs to trade globally from their local doorsteps.

Ultimately, these integrated infrastructure reforms represent a shift toward a “High-Velocity Economy” where people and goods move with unprecedented ease. By integrating our ports with rail lines—such as the Lagos-Ibadan-Kano link—the President has ensured that Nigeria’s natural resources reach global markets more efficiently. This new era of connectivity is positioning Nigeria as the premier logistics hub of Africa, ensuring a future where every road, rail, and port serves as a bridge to national prosperity and shared wealth for all citizens.