FG Gifts Nigerians Free Train Rides Starting From Dec 24 To Jan 4

The Federal Government has announced that there are to be free train rides starting from Dec 24 to Jan 4.

Managing Director, Nigeria Railway Corporation, Fidet Okhiria, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday in Abuja.

He disclosed that, ”The decision which was made in collaboration with the Ministry of Transportation, is to ease movement of citizens during the yuletide.

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