A detailed summery about transportation in Kano is offered, so that your Kano Tour can be an enjoyable one. There is a wide network of transportation in Kano. The modes of getting to Kano are several. You can reach Kano by air, train, bus and car. There is a high involvement of the private sector in the transportation of Kano. The Government also upholds the base.
Kano is the main center of administration in Nigeria. In respect to size, Kano is the third largest city of Nigeria. Conventionally the city is ruled by the Emir of Kano. The present Emir is Abo Bayero, who is ruling from since 1963.
The main Airport in Kano is Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. It is named after the famous Nigerian politician, Aminu Kano. The airport offers regular flights to and from Kano and the major Nigerian cities like Lahos, Abuja. The principal International carriers operating include KLM, Royal Dutch Air, Egypt Air, Saudia, Middle East Air and Sudan Airways. The domestic airlines are Bellview Airlines, Arik Air, IRS Airlines and Virgin Nigeria.
Kano has a railway station and the trains to Lagos are routed through Kaduna as Kano is to the North of the rail junction at Kaduna. It also has the same access to the seaports at Lagos and Port Harcoart.
One can also travel to the major Nigerian cities of Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt by availing the bus services. The ABC Transport which also includes air-conditioned and luxurious bus services is the most preferred modes of transportation in Kano. The other Services are Ekene Dili Chukwu, Chisco Transport and Young Shall Grow. The Government own Bus Service is Kano Transport Corporation, which now has changed to Kano Lines. It is advisable to take day trips in buses as it will give you the chance to appreciate the natural beauty of Kano. Buses are the most convenient mode of getting around the Nigerian city.
Road transport in the state is offered at motor parks to provide services to tourists to different parts of Nigeria. There are official Green Cabs for airport transfers. One can also hire cars from various agencies operating at Kano. If you are brave at heart then you can also go for hiring a motorcycle to take a pleasing ride in and around Kano.
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