Nigeria’s Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has disclosed that the Sokoto and Kebbi stretch of the planned superhighway project will cost about ₦3 trillion. The project is part of a broader infrastructure initiative aimed at improving connectivity and boosting trade across northern corridors.
Speaking during a project assessment visit, Umahi emphasized that the cost reflects not only the scale of the work but also the integration of advanced engineering designs to ensure durability. A report carried by The Nation highlighted that the superhighway is expected to be executed through a public-private partnership model, with significant private sector financing envisaged.
Industry experts told BusinessDay Nigeria that the project, once completed, could unlock new economic opportunities in agriculture and cross-border trade, given Sokoto and Kebbi’s strategic location. However, they also flagged financing risks and cost overruns as potential challenges, especially given Nigeria’s fiscal constraints.
The federal government maintains that the project is a critical pillar in its wider infrastructure drive, which includes major road, rail, and energy investments aimed at accelerating growth and job creation.
