President Bola Tinubu's campaign group, Renewed Hope Ambassadors, has stated that federal and state government-funded road, rail, and other critical infrastructure projects are enhancing socio-economic activities across Nigeria. The group made this known during a media tour of major projects in Kaduna, Kano, and Jigawa states.
Led by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the tour aimed to address criticisms that the northern part of the country is being marginalized. Journalists inspected various projects at different stages, including drainages, dams, hospitals, schools, agriculture, and skills acquisition centers.
Abuja-Kaduna Road Project
Starting from Zuba in the Federal Capital Territory, the team inspected the concrete pavement expressway to Jere in Kaduna State, part of the Abuja-Kaduna segment. Resident Engineer Chukwuma Kalu reported that over 88 kilometers of the road are complete. Innovations include recycling existing asphalt and reinforcing it with concrete and rods. The reinforced concrete pavement sits on a stabilized stone base, gaining strength over time, especially with water. Kalu assured the road's durability and ability to handle heavy traffic, unlike traditional asphalt roads.
Kano State Projects
In Kano, a multi-billion naira flyover at Dan Agundi, connecting to Atiku Abubakar Road, will solve over 80% of traffic congestion upon completion this month. Funded by internally generated revenue, the project has boosted tax compliance. Commissioner for Works, Engineer Marwan Ahmed Aminu, noted that citizens now see where their money goes and pay taxes willingly. Additional federal funds from subsidy removal are helping boost revenue for more projects.
The Jakara-Korungogau drainage project, a N47 billion, 6.7-kilometer ecological project serving over 10 communities, was stalled until federal intervention. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (North-West), Abdullahi Tanko Yakasai, thanked President Tinubu for rescuing Kano people and commended the governor for aligning with the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Healthcare and Education in Kano
At Hasiya Bayero Pediatric Hospital, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's intervention recovered the dilapidated facility sold by the previous administration. The 80-bed hospital was renovated. The team also visited Muhammad Abdullahi Wase Specialist Hospital, a 230-bed tertiary hospital undergoing total renovation.
At Day Science College, Commissioner for Education Ali Haruna Makoda noted a decade of neglect, prompting a state of emergency. In 2024 and 2025, the governor allocated 29.75% and 31.5% of the budget to education respectively, with N430 billion out of N1.4 trillion. Projects span all 484 wards, with renovated schools and free uniforms for primary pupils. Over 18,000 teachers were recruited in three years. The state sponsors external examinations, setting aside N4.4 billion this year for over 153,000 candidates.
Kaduna State Infrastructure
The team visited the 51-km East-West Kaduna Bypass executed by Dangote Group under a credit scheme. Federal Controller of Roads, Engineer Ulagu Loveday, said 19.97 km (40%) is constructed on the Western end, with a December completion date. The contract was awarded in 2021 but delayed due to tax credit issues.
Commissioner for Information and Culture, Ahmed Maiyaki, praised the state government for investing heavily in infrastructure, including a 35-km asphaltic road linking Gadar-Gayan, Gwaraji, and Kujama, the longest single road project in Kaduna State. It includes a 130-meter bridge over River Kaduna and serves 76 farming communities, improving mobility and rural economic activities.
The road network connects 66 farming communities, reducing travel time and improving access to healthcare and schools. The state government also upgraded 255 primary healthcare centers, equipped them with solar power, and employed 1,800 health workers, with plans to recruit 9,000 more. Introduction of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses provided free transportation, transporting about 3 million passengers since mid-2025, saving residents an estimated N3 billion.
Governor Uba Sani commended President Tinubu for approving large-scale projects in northern Nigeria, noting that no other region has benefited as much. He acknowledged improved security and reduction in communal and religious crises.
Jigawa State Projects
In Dutse, the team toured the 400-km Kaduna-Kano-Jigawa and Katsina-Maradi railway line, which is 60% complete. Engineer Abdullahi Yakubu of the Federal Ministry of Transportation said the project will boost socio-economic activities for Nigerians and Niger Republic citizens.
At the Renewed Hope Technical Services Limited, Director General Habib Muhammad Ubali said the fabrication workshop and painting bay will serve as a capacity-building hub for youths and generate income. The centre produces items like two-bedroom water cabins, bunk beds, hospital beds, and traffic lights. Ubali emphasized that keeping youths busy reduces crime.
At the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Multi-Purpose Skills Acquisition Centre, youths are trained in 14 trades for economic self-reliance. Ubali linked the centre to President Tinubu's Renewed Hope agenda and the governor's 12-Point Agenda. The centre trains 300 young people at a time and graduates about 1,500 annually across eight centres, contributing to making Jigawa one of the safest states.
The tour is expected to cover states not under the All Progressives Congress to showcase federal government benefits.
