The managing director of Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority (HJRBDA), Rabiu Suleiman Bichi, has praised President Bola Tinubu for allocating N150 billion for the Kano rail line project in the 2025 N54.9 trillion budget recently passed by the National Assembly. 

In a heartfelt Thank You Message on Friday, Bichi described the railway project as a transformational initiative that will revolutionize transportation in Kano City, enhancing connectivity, facilitating trade, and boosting economic growth.

“The railway line will not only improve the quality of life for residents but also position Kano as a hub for commerce and industry,” he said, acknowledging Tinubu’s vision and commitment to infrastructure development.

Rabiu, an engineer, said: “As we celebrate another milestone in Nigeria’s journey towards progress, we extend our sincerest gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his visionary leadership.

“The allocation of N150 billion in the 2025 Appropriation bill for the construction of a railway line in Kano City is a testament to the president’s commitment to driving growth and development across the nation.

“President Tinubu’s administration has demonstrated a clear focus on infrastructure development, as evident from the 2025 budget’s emphasis on revitalising hospitals and investing in healthcare infrastructure.

“The allocation for the Kano railway line is a significant addition to these efforts, showcasing the government’s dedication to transforming Nigeria’s infrastructure landscape.

“As we applaud this milestone, we acknowledge the president’s efforts to stimulate economic recovery and growth. The 2025 budget’s projections of generating 18.32 trillion Naira in revenue and setting total government expenditure at 27.50 trillion Naira demonstrate a clear vision for Nigeria’s fiscal future.”

The HJRBDA boss also acknowledged the efforts by members representing Bichi Federal constituency, Abubakar Kabir Abubakar Bichi, in bringing home “unprecedented developmental projects.”

Rabiu also hailed the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, for his contributions to the growth of the nation and stability of the political landscape, which he said, have inspired them to work more for the development of the people and country.