President MUHAMMADU BUHARI has expressed the commitment of his administration to the revival of the Nigerian railway system to reduce the deficiency in transportation infrastructure in the country.

The President stated this at the ground breaking ceremony of Kano-Kaduna rail corridor in Kano state.  

He said the project when completed will drive effective and more efficient transportation of passengers and trade within the country.

President BUHARI also disclosed that his administration recognizes rail transportation and as such accord railway development priority it deserves.

On his part, the Minister of Transportation, ROTIMI AMAECHI described the flag off of the project as a promise kept by the President.

He said the railway project which is the biggest in the country will serve as a boost to both human and commercial transportation in the country.

The Minister also used the occasion to clear the air on the alleged cancellation of Port Harcout-Maiduguri project.