FG’s free train service aims to alleviate transport burden amid economic hardship

President Bola Tinubu has approved free train rides nationwide from December 20, 2024, to January 5, 2025. This initiative, aimed at easing the financial strain of the holiday season, has been met with widespread applause from Nigerians.

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced the gesture on Monday, emphasizing the President’s commitment to supporting vulnerable citizens during the festive period. Speaking to State House correspondents in Abuja, Idris said, “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.”

For some, the free service is not just about saving costs but also about creating opportunities to allocate resources to other holiday needs. Mr. Adewale, a commuter between Lagos and Ogun State, said, “ At least I can save my transport to augment the high price of chicken for the children on the 25th. Thank you to Mr. President; we really appreciate it.”

The initiative mirrors similar measures implemented during last year’s festive season and underscores the Federal Government’s effort to ease transportation challenges. However, passengers have called for close monitoring to ensure the free rides are not exploited by train operators.

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