Federal Government Considers Naming Zaria Railway After Emir's Ancestor

The federal government is contemplating a request to name a proposed railway extension in Zaria, Kaduna State, after the grandfather of the Emir of Zazzau, Amb. Ahmad Nuhu Bamalli, in honor of his historical contributions to railway development in the region. Engr. Funso Adebiyi, the permanent secretary of the Federal Ministry of Transportation, made this announcement during a visit to the Emir’s palace.

He committed to addressing outstanding compensation disputes that are currently delaying the railway extension from Jaji Station towards the Kano–Abuja rail corridor. The Emir urged Adebiyi to present the naming request to the Minister of Transportation and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Additionally, the Emir expressed concerns regarding unresolved compensation claims affecting residents impacted by railway construction. Adebiyi assured the Emir that he would meet with the affected residents the following week to review their complaints and explore resolutions, acknowledging that compensation issues are a significant factor in the delays.