FG Declares Free Train Rides From Dec 24 To Jan 4

The Federal Government of Nigeria declares free train rides from Dec 24 to Jan 4. 

The was made in collaboration to ease movement of citizens during the yuletide.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared free train rides for all citizens from December 24 to January 4, 2022 to celebrate the festive season.

Mr Fidet Okhiria, Managing Director, Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC) disclosed this in an interview with Newsmen on Friday in Abuja.

“The decision which was made in collaboration with the Ministry of Transportation is to ease movement of citizens during the yuletide.”

“This is to help ease the cost of transportation and enable citizens to move easily enjoy the festive period.”

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“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”

“All passengers are also enjoined to observe and obey COVID-19 rules by wearing of face mask, washing and sanitising of hands”

Okhiria also reiterated the federal government’s commitment to ensure the safety of passengers and trains during the period.

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