Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has announced plans to construct what is being positioned as Nigeria’s largest inter-state bus terminal, a development he says will transform mobility, decongest urban traffic and create jobs, the governor said during a groundbreaking ceremony on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
The terminal, to be built on 20 hectares of land along the Eastern Bypass in Chikun Local Government Area, was described by the governor as a “fully integrated mobility ecosystem” equipped with advanced infrastructure to serve long-distance and local commuters.
The facility is expected to accommodate more than 5,000 vehicles and incorporate modern traffic management and surveillance systems.
Kaduna’s transport infrastructure has been a policy focus for the Sani administration, which has introduced initiatives including a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor, expanded modern bus stops and support for state-wide mobility improvements.
The new terminal is part of this broader strategy to overhaul public transport and enhance economic connectivity within the North-West region.
Delivering remarks at the ceremony, Governor Sani said that the project will not only provide safer, more organised travel arrangements but also generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs for drivers, artisans, technicians, traders and service providers across Kaduna State.
He also noted that the facility will include amenities such as refueling stations for petrol, diesel and compressed natural gas (CNG) to support sustainable transportation.
The terminal is designed as a dual-terminal complex, anchored by modern accessibility features including escalators and elevators for persons with disabilities and the elderly. A three-star hotel within the complex will cater to travellers and visitors, enhancing comfort and convenience.
Governor Sani emphasised that the project aligns with efforts to decongest Kaduna city centre, improve regional connectivity, and strengthen security through structural design and surveillance.
He framed the terminal as a key economic catalyst, linking transport infrastructure with broader development outcomes.
The governor also highlighted ongoing progress in other facets of Kaduna’s mobility strategy, including the near-completion of the Kakuri Modern Bus Terminal and the planned rollout of a Kaduna Light Rail Project, aimed at further enhancing urban transit capacity.
If completed as envisioned, the bus terminal is expected to improve inter-state travel efficiency, reduce congestion on major corridors, and attract ancillary commercial activity.
Analysts say such infrastructure could strengthen Kaduna’s role as a regional transport hub, supporting trade, labour mobility and urban development.
Governor Sani described the groundbreaking as the beginning of a “deliberate transformation” of Kaduna’s transport ecosystem.
The government plans to advance construction and oversight to ensure timely delivery, deepen public-private collaboration, and maximise local economic benefits as the project progresses.
