The federal government has approved a special end-of-the-year train service for Nigerians in commemoration of the Christmas and New Year festivities.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) made the announcement in a statement on Wednesday by its Deputy Director, Public Relations, Yakub Mahmood.

The statement disclosed that the directive was given by the federal government through the Federal Ministry of Transportation.

Mahmood, however, said the modalities for the special train service would be disclosed to the public soon.

The statement read, “The management of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), in compliance with the Federal Government’s directive through the Federal Ministry of Transportation, hereby informs the general public that the NRC shall operate end of the year special train services in commemoration of Christmas and New Year celebrations.

“This end-of-the-year special train service on scheduled passenger trains, is part of the 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.”

In other news, the Federal Government has commended personnel of the Nigeria Air Force (NAF) for their active role in the fight against insecurity, ensuring peace for the citizens.

The Minister of Defence, Muhammed Badaru, said there was a need to enhance personnel training to ensure safety during operations.

Represented by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr. Ibrahim Kana, Badaru stated this at the NAF Training, Operations and Safety Seminar for the year 2024, on Wednesday in Abuja.