The Federal Government has declared free train rides for travellers from December 24, 2021 to January 4, 2022.
Managing Director, Nigeria Railway Corporation, Mr Fidet Okhiria, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Abuja.
He said, ”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.
”All passengers are also enjoined to observe and obey COVID-19 rules by wearing of face mask, washing and sanitising of hands. “
He also said the Federal Government remained committed to the safety of passengers and trains during the period.
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