Kaduna launches 5,000-vehicle mega inter-state bus terminal

Kaduna State is making a decisive statement about its future with the launch of an ambitious transport project that blends scale, technology and economic vision into a single development.

At the heart of the initiative is a proposed inter-state bus terminal designed to handle more than 5,000 vehicles, positioning Kaduna as a major mobility hub in Northern Nigeria. The project, unveiled by Governor Uba Sani, is expected to reshape how people and goods move in and out of the state while raising new standards for safety and efficiency.

Rather than functioning as a conventional motor park, the terminal is being developed as a large, integrated transport district. Spread across 20 hectares along the Eastern Bypass in Chikun Local Government Area, the complex will feature intelligent traffic systems, modern surveillance infrastructure and purpose-built facilities that prioritise order, security and commuter comfort. Accessibility is central to the design, with elevators and escalators included to ensure seamless use by the elderly and persons with disabilities.

The development also signals Kaduna’s growing embrace of cleaner and smarter transport solutions. Fuel stations for petrol, diesel and compressed natural gas will operate within the terminal, while a three-star hotel is planned to support travellers, drivers and visitors. Together, these elements are intended to transform the space into a self-sustaining transport and commercial ecosystem rather than a standalone transit point.

Beyond infrastructure, the project is expected to unlock wide-ranging economic opportunities. Thousands of direct and indirect jobs are projected across transport services, technical trades, commerce and hospitality, offering new income streams for artisans, traders, technicians and young entrepreneurs. The terminal’s location is also designed to ease congestion in the city centre while improving surveillance and security along the revitalised Eastern Bypass.

The initiative builds on a series of transport reforms already underway in the state. Kaduna has deployed 100 free CNG-powered buses since mid-2025, a move that has carried more than 1.4 million passengers, significantly reduced commuting costs and lowered carbon emissions. Supporting infrastructure such as modern bus stops, the near-complete Kakuri terminal and the ongoing redevelopment of Sobawa Motor Park form part of the same broader mobility strategy.

Looking further ahead, the state is preparing to begin construction of the Kaduna Light Rail Project by March 2026. The plan includes two rail lines and a dedicated Bus Rapid Transit corridor, aimed at creating a more connected and efficient urban transport network.

These sustained investments have already drawn national attention. At the National Urban Mobility Conference held in Abuja earlier this year, Kaduna ranked second nationwide for sustainable urban mobility, recognition that underscores the state’s evolving reputation as a leader in modern transport planning.

With the new mega bus terminal, Kaduna is not merely expanding infrastructure, it is laying the groundwork for safer travel, stronger economic activity and a more organised urban future, redefining mobility as a driver of development rather than just movement.