The Federal Government has officially commenced toll collection on the Abuja-Keffi-Akwanga-Lafia-Makurdi road corridor as part of efforts to repay the $460.8 million loan secured from China Exim Bank for the road’s rehabilitation and upgrade.
Under the new tolling system, motorists will pay fees ranging from N500 for saloon cars to N1,600 for multi-axle vehicles. However, police and military vehicles are exempted to ensure smooth security operations.
The toll gates, strategically placed along the 227.2km stretch, are divided into four sections: Keffi, Akwanga, Lafia, and Makurdi. These locations were selected to efficiently manage traffic flow and ensure the sustainability of the road infrastructure.
Speaking at the launch of toll operations at the Garaku Toll Station in Nasarawa State, Minister of Works David Umahi emphasized the government’s commitment to maintaining critical road networks through sustainable funding models.
He assured the public that funds generated would be directed towards infrastructure maintenance and improvement.
