Fed Govt offers 11-day free train ride to Nigerians

The Federal Government on Friday announced a free train ride from December 24 to January 4 for Nigerians.

Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC) Managing Director, Fidet Okhiria, 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 reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring the safety of passengers and trains during the period.