Toll Operations Begin on Nasarawa State Corridors, Drawing Criticism
What happened
The Nigerian government began toll operations on February 4, 2025, covering the 227.2-kilometre Abuja–Keffi–Akwanga–Lafia corridor in Nasarawa State. The tolling arrangement covers four locations: Keffi, Garaku, Akwanga, Lafia, and Makurdi. The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) condemned the policy on November 3, 2026, calling it an unjust financial burden on Nigerians, commercial transport operators, traders, and businesses in Nasarawa and Benue states.
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Why it matters
The introduction of toll fees, which range from N500 for saloon cars to N1,600 for trucks and multi-axle vehicles at each point, directly impacts the cost of commercial transport. HURIWA noted that the policy was insensitive amid rising transportation costs and a worsening cost-of-living crisis.
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Who's involved
- federal governmentThe Nigerian government that commenced the toll operations.
- Nasarawa StateThe state where the toll corridors are located.
- KeffiA key town along the corridor subject to toll operations.
- Benue StateA neighboring state whose traders and businesses are affected by the tolls.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- KeffiSpeculative
Local businesses along the corridor might face increased operational costs due to higher transport fees.
- Benue StateSpeculative
Goods and consumer prices within Benue State could rise due to increased transport costs.