Eid-el-Kabir: FG approves 50percent discount on train services

The Federal Government has approved a 50 percent fare discount on all train services operated by the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) as part of measures to ease transportation costs for Nigerians during the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Transportation, Engr. Funsho Adebiyi in a statement made available to journalists said the discount has taken effect from Tuesday, May 26, 2026 and will run through Monday, June 1, 2026. According to him, ticket fares on all NRC passenger train services across the country have been reduced by 50% of the existing approved rates within the stated period. He stated that passengers who had earlier purchased tickets at the full fare before the announcement will be entitled to a 50% rebate, reusable for train rides on or before Monday, June 1, 2026, while rain schedules and timetables remain as previously advertised. The Federal Ministry of Transportation commended the continued support of Nigerians and wishes all passengers and wishes the Muslim faithful a peaceful and joyous Eid-el-Kabir celebration.