Enhancements in Nigerian Railway Services: A Response to Growing Demand.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced a significant enhancement to its services on the Abuja-Kaduna route, increasing the number of weekday train trips from four to six. This adjustment, effective Monday to Friday, aims to cater to the rising demand for rail transport in the region.

In a statement released on Wednesday, NRC’s Deputy Director of Public Relations, Yakub Mohmood, indicated that this decision was informed by an extensive five-month trend analysis. The analysis revealed a notable 22 percent increase in the number of new passengers registering on the ticket platform, underscoring the growing preference for rail travel due to its comfort, reliability, and safety.

Acting Managing Director of NRC, Mr. Ben Iloanusi, highlighted that the corporation is also committed to enhancing services across other routes, including Lagos-Ibadan, Warri-Itakpe, and Port Harcourt-Aba, where similar trends in passenger growth have been observed.

The NRC has urged passengers to utilize its online ticketing platforms and refrain from engaging with ticket racketeers. For further information regarding the expanded services, interested parties are encouraged to visit the NRC website.

This service expansion on the Abuja-Kaduna route follows a recent improvement in services on the Lagos-Ibadan corridor, reflecting NRC’s dedication to meeting customer needs and improving travel experiences across Nigeria’s railway network.