￥10 Billion! China CECC Builds Nigeria's Abuja Light Rail, Officially Opens on 29th.
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- čas přidán 28. 08. 2024
- Discover the transformative journey of the Abuja Light Rail project in Nigeria, an ambitious undertaking by the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC). This pioneering rail system signifies a major leap in local transportation, significantly impacting Nigeria's economic landscape and urban development. Launched officially on July 13, 2018, and set for a new phase in 2024, the Abuja Light Rail showcases the latest in railway technology and sustainable urban planning.
The rail system extends over 77 kilometers, with its first phase covering 45 kilometers designed to connect strategic locations including the Abuja International Airport and various urban centers. Constructed to Chinese railway standards, the Light Rail is tailored for high efficiency and operation speeds up to 100 kilometers per hour. Its integration with the existing Abuja-Kaduna Railway enhances the city’s transport network, promising to ease congestion significantly and improve daily commuting for thousands of residents.
Funded in part by a substantial loan from the Export-Import Bank of China, the project underscores robust international cooperation in infrastructure development. The upcoming re-launch in 2024 follows a meticulous restoration by CCECC, ensuring the rail's readiness to serve the burgeoning population of Nigeria's capital, which has been meticulously planned to support rapid growth and flexible urban construction.
The Abuja Light Rail is not just a means of transport but a catalyst for economic growth, enhancing local industries such as cement, steel, and oil. The project has created thousands of jobs and continues to contribute to the local economy through increased tax revenues and duties from imported materials. Its design takes into account the unique challenges posed by Nigeria’s tropical savanna climate, including innovative solutions to manage groundwater seepage that impacts construction.
This video explores how the Abuja Light Rail is setting a precedent for future urban transit solutions across Africa, employing advanced technology like regional computer interlocking systems to enhance operational efficiency and reliability. Join us as we delve into how this project embodies Nigeria's stride towards modernized, sustainable urban transportation and its broader implications for urban development across the region.
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Wow! The Nigerians are so happy. Well done China and Nigeria 🎉🎉
When Chinese came to Africa, they talked about trade.
When Americans came to Africa, they talked about China.
When Indians go to Africa, they say they are the voice for the Global South.
China came to Africa to build and win 🏆 win 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍👍👍
Chinese work for African cities.. work work work.. less talk talk talk
bus based system such as BRT and ART could do much more than this with much lower cost
Why not you face your country and leave Nigerian alone.
Your video is lagos not abuja.....your videos are deceiving...... Abuja is much developed....