President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced that his administration is executing infrastructure projects on an unprecedented scale, with more than 2,700 kilometres of highways and major roads currently under construction, reconstruction, or rehabilitation across Nigeria.
He made the disclosure during a nationwide broadcast on Friday, where he outlined key achievements in infrastructure, housing, energy, and transport sectors under his administration.
Major Road Projects Across Nigeria
Tinubu listed several flagship road projects currently underway, including the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway, Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway, Abuja–Kaduna–Zaria–Kano corridor, and the long-standing East–West Road.
According to him, significant portions of these projects have already been completed or are nearing completion, with expected benefits including improved regional trade, reduced travel time, and job creation across multiple states.
He added that the scale of ongoing road construction reflects a deliberate effort to modernise Nigeria’s transport infrastructure and strengthen economic connectivity nationwide.
Housing Expansion Under Renewed Hope Programme
On housing, the President said the Renewed Hope Housing Programme, in collaboration with the Federal Housing Authority (FHA), is delivering more than 10,000 housing units across 14 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
He noted that major Renewed Hope Cities in Abuja, Lagos, and Kano are progressing steadily, describing the initiative as a major driver of employment generation, with over 300,000 jobs reportedly created through the programme.
Energy Sector Investments and Refining Capacity
In the energy sector, Tinubu said the $5 billion Nigeria LNG Train 7 project is nearing completion, adding that it will significantly boost Nigeria’s LNG production capacity and export earnings.
He also disclosed that increased domestic refining capacity, including modular refineries, is helping to reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imported petroleum products while conserving foreign exchange.
Power Sector and Rail Modernisation
The President stated that his administration is actively clearing legacy debts in the power sector, expanding transmission infrastructure, and investing in renewable energy sources.
He maintained that a stable power supply remains central to Nigeria’s economic growth and industrial development.
Tinubu also confirmed that rail modernisation projects are ongoing across the federation to enhance logistics, improve transportation efficiency, and promote economic integration between regions.
Economic Outlook and National Development
The President said the ongoing reforms and infrastructure investments are designed to ensure that “the benefits of reform are felt more directly in the daily lives of ordinary Nigerians.”
While acknowledging the scale of challenges ahead, Tinubu described the national development agenda as ambitious but necessary for long-term stability and economic transformation.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustained infrastructure development, job creation, and inclusive economic growth across all sectors of the economy.
