The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a fresh contract worth ₦142 billion for the construction of six large, modern bus terminals across the country, a major federal push into road transport infrastructure.
Announced on Wednesday, August 14, by the Minister of Transportation, Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali, the project will see new terminals built in Abeokuta, Gombe, Kano, Lokoja, Onitsha, and Warri, one in each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. The contract was awarded to Planet Project Limited, the company best known for building the celebrated Oshodi Transport Interchange in Lagos.
Minister Alkali explained that this is the first time the federal government, through the transport ministry, is taking such a sweeping step in road transport beyond just road construction. According to him, these new terminals are not just buildings, they are a direct response to issues like crime at unmanaged stops, road accidents, and the unchecked movement of weapons along highways.
These terminals are meant to boost safety for both commuters and transport operators. The locations were picked because they see a lot of traffic and have strong business potential – Alkali
Each terminal will serve as a modern hub for interstate travelers, equipped with better waiting areas, ticketing booths, and places for drivers to rest, similar to the terminals Planet Project already delivered in Lagos and is currently working to launch in Enugu.
Background checks show that Planet Project Limited is not new to high-profile transit jobs. Just in May 2024, FEC awarded them another contract of ₦51 billion to build bus stations and other transport facilities in Abuja. Their Oshodi Transport Interchange in Lagos features three multi-storey terminals, pedestrian bridges, and control centers aimed at improving service quality and passenger safety. The company is also behind the Ikeja Bus Terminal, known for its intelligent transport systems and real-time passenger information services.
Minister Alkali believes these new hubs will make travel more organized and attract private sector investment, while helping commuters move around the country more comfortably and safely.
Construction work is expected to start soon, though no end date was given. The real benefit of this initiative will be felt when these terminals eventually open their doors, giving Nigeria’s transport system a much-needed facelift.
