The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared free train rides for citizens from Dec.24 to Jan 4, 2022.
Fidet Okhiria, Managing Director, Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC) disclosed this in an interview with Newsmen on Friday in Abuja, the capital city.
He said the decision which was made in collaboration with the Ministry of Transportation to ease movement of citizens during the yuletide.
The managing director also stated that Passengers are however advised to ensure they obtain their tickets from appropriate quarters at no cost, to enable them to gain access and enter the trains.
He also reiterated the federal government’s commitment to ensure the safety of passengers and trains during the period.
