FG Announces Free Train Rides From December 24 To Jan 4

The Federal Government has declared free train rides for citizens from Dec.24 to Jan 4, 2022.

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

He said the decision to offer Nigerians free train rides was in collaboration with the transport ministry to ease movement during the festive period

”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.

”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 warned that COVID-19 protocols must be observed on the free train rides

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

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

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