The Nigerian Railway Corporation has unveiled special train services to ease passenger movement ahead of the upcoming Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.
In a statement by its Chief Public Relations Officer, Callistus Unyimadu, the Corporation confirmed that additional trips and increased train capacities have been deployed on key routes to meet the festive travel rush.
On the Lagos–Ibadan corridor, three special trips will run on Thursday, March 19, from Ebute Metta and Moniya stations before services return to normal schedules.
Meanwhile, the Abuja–Kaduna route will see two trips on Thursday, with three daily trips scheduled from Friday through Monday.
In a festive gesture, the NRC is partnering with the Osun State Government to operate the Imole Train Service from Lagos to Osogbo, offering free rides to indigenes during the celebrations.
Other routes, including Warri–Itakpe line and Port Harcourt–Aba service, will continue with regular schedules, with maintenance earmarked for Thursdays on the Warri–Itakpe line.
The NRC assured passengers of safe and efficient travel, advising early arrivals and compliance with security and ticketing procedures. The Corporation also extended warm Eid-el-Fitr greetings to Muslim faithful nationwide.
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