Nigerians will enjoy free train rides from Friday to January 4: FG
The federal government has declared free train rides for Nigerians from Friday to January 4, 2022.
Fidet Okhiria, the MD of the Nigerian Railway Corporation, disclosed this 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,” Mr Okhiria explained.
He stated further that passengers “are, however, advised to ensure they obtain their tickets from appropriate quarters at no cost” to enjoy the free train rides.
“All passengers are also enjoined to observe and obey COVID-19 rules by wearing of face mask, washing and sanitising of hands,” Mr Okhiria added.
The NRC boss also reiterated the government’s commitment to ensure the safety of passengers and trains during the festive period.
(NAN)
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