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Umahi Orders Opening of Abuja–Kaduna–Kano Highway for Sallah Travel

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has directed the immediate opening of the Abuja–Kaduna–Kano highway to ease movement of travellers ahead of the upcoming Sallah celebrations. The decision is aimed at reducing travel hardship and improving road safety during the festive rush.

According to the directive, contractors handling ongoing rehabilitation on key sections of the expressway are to temporarily suspend disruptive construction activities and ensure at least one lane remains motorable in critical areas. Emergency response teams and traffic officials are also expected to be deployed along the corridor to manage congestion and assist motorists.

The Abuja–Kaduna–Kano route remains one of Nigeria’s busiest transport corridors, linking the Federal Capital Territory, Kaduna, and Kano, especially during festive periods when passenger traffic surges significantly.

Umahi emphasized that the federal government is committed to ensuring safer and smoother travel experiences nationwide, particularly during high-traffic periods such as Sallah. He also urged road users to adhere to speed limits and safety guidelines to prevent avoidable accidents.

The move is part of broader efforts to improve infrastructure efficiency and reduce travel delays across major Nigerian highways during peak holiday seasons such as Sallah.