The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared free transportation in Nigeria by train through the festive period.
The managing director of the Nigeria Railway Corporation, Fidet Okhiria, made this known in a media chat that citizens can board trains for free from December 24, 2021, to January 4, 2022.
This disclosure made known in Abuja on Friday noted that the FG wants to ensure ease of transportation for its citizens, especially during this festive season.
”The decision 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 added that the Federal Government is interested in the safety of its citizens and will ensure it goes well.