Abuja-Kano highway completion expected by November, costing N752bn

Minister of Works, David Umahi, stated that over 80 percent of the cost for the two major sections handled by the current administration has already been paid. The government plans to install solar-powered streetlights and deploy "superhighway guards" to prevent vandalism, following attempts to damage concrete pavement sections. The 375-kilometer route, totaling 750 kilometers for both carriageways, has seen significant progress.

Umahi noted that the Federal Government previously spent over N200bn on the portion handled by Julius Berger, which completed 480 kilometers. The current administration has completed 118 kilometers of concrete pavement within 30 months, with work continuing on the remaining 164 kilometers. The Minister emphasized that these infrastructure investments are creating jobs and economic opportunities across the country.