The extension, the Federal Government said, would enable more Nigerians to return to their stations and enjoy the benefit.

A statement yesterday in Abuja by Transportation Minister Said Ahmed Alkali announced the extension.

The Federal Government had announced a free train service on all serviced routes and 50 per cent rebate on road transportation from December 21, 2023 till yesterday on specific routes to reduce the burden of high cost of public transportation during the just-concluded Christmas and New Year holidays.

The statement said: “While over 163,000 Nigerians benefited from successful first leg of the Yuletide initiative, President Tinubu, in further demonstration of his care for the welfare of Nigerians, directed that the free train service should be made available for extra three days to allow more Nigerians to take the advantage.

“The public is advised to note that this extension applies to all three routes currently being serviced by the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) as follows: 1. Lagos – Ibadan; 2. Warri – Itakpe; and 3. Abuja – Kaduna

“It is hoped that Nigerians who are interested in travelling by rail will take full advantage of this unique opportunity aimed at enhancing people’s welfare.”

[TheNation]