FG unveils special end-of-year train services for Yuletide
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has unveiled an end-of-the-year special train service on all its routes across the country for travellers as a part of efforts to provide alternative transport means and also reduce transport costs during the festive season.
The move is in compliance with the Federal Government’s directive through the Federal Ministry of Transportation.
A statement by the NRC’s Deputy Director, Public Relations, Yakub Mahmood, on Wednesday, said the modality for the special service would be released soon.
The Director of Press and Public Relations at the Transport Ministry, Olujimi Oyetomi, who confirmed did not reveal the details of the discount percentage to be offered.
“The management of the Nigerian Railway Corporation, in compliance with the Federal Government’s directive through the Federal Ministry of Transportation, hereby informs the general public that the NRC shall operate end-of-the-year special train services in commemoration of Christmas and New Year celebrations,” the statement said.
“This end-of-the-year special train service on scheduled passenger trains is part of the government’s gesture towards an enjoyable end-of-the-year celebration.
“Dates and modalities of the end-of-the-year Special Train Service shall be communicated in due course. We wish all our esteemed customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year in advance.”
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