Kaduna BRT project to create up to 20,000 jobs

The proposed Kaduna Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system is expected to create between 10,000 and 20,000 jobs, providing employment opportunities for drivers, mechanics, and maintenance personnel. The project, which is slated to commence in the first quarter of 2027, will cover a 24-kilometre corridor.

According to Engineer Inuwa Ibrahim, the Acting Director-General of the Kaduna State Transport Regulatory Authority (KASTRA), the system will deploy approximately 120 articulated buses. The project includes dedicated lanes and bus shelters designed to minimize traffic congestion and improve transportation efficiency.

To reduce environmental pollution and lower operational costs, the buses will run on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). This initiative aims to provide a cleaner and more affordable alternative to conventional fuels for residents of Kaduna State.