Railway projects get N41.49bn in 2025 budget

The Federal Government, in the N49.74 trillion proposed 2025 budget, has allocated N41.49 billion specifically for rail infrastructure and modernization projects.

For the 2025 fiscal year, the Ministry of Transport will receive a total allocation of N256.73 billion to support its initiatives. Of this amount, N223.



80 billion is earmarked for capital expenditure, with N30,986,636,237 designated for personnel costs and N1,940,798,202 for overheads. This information was obtained from the 2025 copy of the Federal Government’s Final Budget Proposal, which outlines plans for extensive infrastructure development. Key rail-related projects under this allocation include the completion of the Abuja-Kaduna railway project, the Lagos-Ibadan rail line, and associated additional works, with specific funding indicated for each.

The budget also provides for the rehabilitation of the Itakpe-Ajaokuta rail line, the construction of 12 station buildings, and track-laying works at railway ancillary facilities in Agbor. Another significant component is the installation of a signal and telecommunication system on the Itakpe-Ajaokuta-Warri railway line, alongside the installation of an acoustic sensing security surveillance system for the Abuja (Idu)-Kaduna route and other security gadgets, with individual allocations for each. The 2025 budget also prioritizes the completion of feasibility studies for new standard gauge rail lines, the engagement of transaction advisors for the concession of the Abuja-Baro-Itakpe segment and the Kano-Maradi line, and the provision for railway modernization projects, each with specific budget allocations.

These are the projects for which the N41.49 billion will be used, highlighting the FG’s commitment to developing a robust rail network to enhance connectivity and economic growth. The , with 743,205 passengers compared to 594,348 in Q3 2023.

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