The project's main northern line connects Kano in northern Nigeria to Maradi in southern Niger, with a total length of approximately 285 kilometers. A branch line connects Kano and Dutse, spanning about 108 kilometers. This standard gauge railway is designed for passenger express trains with a maximum speed of 150 km/h and freight trains with a maximum speed of 100 km/h.

The earthwork of roadbed

The project is another concrete example of third-party market cooperation between China and Europe. Once completed, it will boost the development of agriculture and manufacturing along the route, enhance economic and trade relations between Nigeria and neighboring countries, and significantly alleviate logistical pressure in landlocked Niger. This project holds vital significance in promoting regional economic and trade development and the development of the African Free Trade Area.