The Federal Government, in partnership with De-Sadel Consortium, has unveiled plans for a transformative high-speed rail project spanning 4,000 kilometres across six states.
At the official announcement in Abuja, the President and Chief Executive Officer of De-Sadel Consortium, Mr. Samuel Uko, revealed that the project’s first phase will cover 1,600 kilometres and is projected to be completed within 36 months. The rail line will link major cities including Lagos, Abuja, Kano, and Port Harcourt.
Uko stated that the consortium has submitted proof of funds for government review and validation. “The high-speed rail bullet train project that we started 10 years ago — it is this administration that has given us almost 90 per cent of approvals,” he said.
According to him, the funding will come from China’s Liancai Petroleum Investment Holdings, backed by the Asian Development Investment Bank. The initiative, officials say, is expected to revolutionise Nigeria’s transportation system, improve connectivity, and drive economic growth nationwide.
