President Bola Tinubu, in a bid to ease the burden of transportation costs during the festive period, has approved free train rides for Nigerians nationwide. The initiative will run from December 20, 2024, to January 5, 2025, covering both Christmas and New Year celebrations.
This announcement was made by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a press briefing in Abuja. Idris emphasized that this measure is aimed at supporting Nigerians, particularly those most affected by economic challenges.
Idris explained, “As we did last year, there will be free train service to all Nigerians from December 20 up until January 5, free train service nationwide.
“This is consistent with the President’s desire to cushion the effect of transportation, especially to the most vulnerable Nigerians.
“Recall that this also happened in the last Christmas period and the Sallah period. And the President has also approved that this year.”
