An NRC train
By CHIAZO OGBOLU
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) says it will operate end-of-the-year special train services in commemoration of Christmas and New Year celebrations.
The Deputy Director, Public Relations, NRC, Mr Yakub Mahmood, made this known in a statement, on Wednesday in Lagos.
Mahmood said that the announcement was in compliance with the Federal Government’s directive, through the Federal Ministry of Transportation.
“This end-of-the-year special train service on scheduled passenger trains, is part of 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,” he said. (NAN)
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