In a bid to ease cost of movement for travelers during the yuletide season the Federal Government has declared free train rides for citizens from December 24 to January 4, 2022. The Managing Director, Nigeria Railway Corporation, Fidet Okhiria, revealed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday in Abuja. “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 move easily to 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.
“All passengers are also enjoined to observe and obey COVID-19 rules by wearing of face mask, washing and sanitising of hands.”
The FG also reassured Nigerians of their safety while they travel to celebrate Christmas and New Year.
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