The Federal Government has declared free train rides for citizens from December 24, 2021 to January 4, 2022.
Managing Director, Nigeria Railway Corporation, FIDET OKHIRIA, disclosed this in an interview with newsmen 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 and enable citizens 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 gain access and enter the trains.
He also reiterated the federal government’s commitment to ensuring the safety of passengers and trains during the period.