The Kaduna–Kano section (203km) was reported 68% complete as of May 2026, with delivery targeted for December 2026. The full line extending to Kano–Maradi (296km, crossing into Niger Republic) is targeted for completion by December 2027 under Nigeria’s Renewed Hope Infrastructure programme.
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Key Issues / Risks
Construction on the Niger Republic side of the corridor has reportedly stalled amid the regional security crisis, even as the Nigerian side (Kaduna–Kano) progresses; financing is a blend of roughly 15% Nigerian government contribution and 85% concessional loans from China Exim Bank, IFC and AfDB.
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Analyst Notes
Not currently tracked in the Project Intelligence database as of Aug 2026 despite being one of Nigeria's largest active rail builds. Recommend adding companion Capital and Corporate records (templates included in this batch) and linking all three via Relationships once published.