The Federal Government has dismissed allegations of favouritism in the distribution of projects and appointments under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, insisting that development has been fairly spread across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, in a statement on Sunday, August 31, 2025, said Tinubu’s administration remains guided by fairness, justice, and inclusivity.

“Contrary to the perception being pushed in some quarters, this administration has demonstrated uncommon commitment to balanced development and inclusivity since assuming office,” Idris said.

Infrastructure Across Regions

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The minister highlighted several ongoing infrastructure projects across the country, including roads, bridges, railways, and power initiatives.

Among the listed legacy projects are:

  • Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway

  • Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway

  • Akwanga–Jos–Bauchi–Gombe Road

According to Idris, the North accounts for 52% of total project length, while the South accounts for 48%, showing near parity in distribution.

Other key projects mentioned include:

  • Kano and Kaduna light rail projects (₦150bn and ₦100bn)

  • Lagos and Ogun metro lines

  • Rehabilitation of over 1,000 primary health centres

  • Port Harcourt–Maiduguri Eastern Corridor rail line

Regional Breakdown of Spending

Fresh figures released by the Federal Government show that the North-West is the largest beneficiary of federal projects, with approvals worth ₦5.97 trillion, representing over 40% of total allocations.

Other allocations include:

  • South-South – ₦2.41 trillion

  • North-Central – ₦1.13 trillion

  • South-West (excluding Lagos) – ₦604 billion

  • South-East – ₦407 billion

  • North-East – ₦400 billion

Major projects in the North include:

  • Abuja–Kaduna–Kano dualisation (₦764bn)

  • Sokoto–Gusau–Funtua–Zaria Road (₦824bn)

In the South, notable projects include:

  • Lagos–Ibadan Expressway

  • Rehabilitation of Lagos bridges

  • Enugu–Onitsha Road (₦202bn via MTN tax credit)

Beyond road and rail, Idris pointed to progress in the 255MW Kaduna Power Plant, the AKK Gas Project, and new oil well developments in Bauchi and Gombe States. He also disclosed that work on the Kano–Maradi rail line had moved from 5% to 67% completion.

Balanced Appointments

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On political appointments, Idris insisted that Tinubu has consistently selected competent Nigerians from all parts of the country.

He also cited the creation of five new Regional Development Commissions and the establishment of the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development as further proof of inclusivity under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

“President Tinubu is building national infrastructure, not local trophies… His leadership is inclusive, his vision is unifying, and his commitment to equity and justice is unwavering,” Idris said, assuring Nigerians that no region will be left behind.