Easter: NRC records high passenger traffic

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) recorded a surge in passenger traffic across its major corridors during the Easter period, with services running smoothly despite increased demand. On the Lagos–Ibadan Train Service (LITS) corridor, the corporation introduced additional trips on April 2 to accommodate the holiday rush. The move boosted capacity and eased movement between the […]

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) recorded a surge in passenger traffic across its major corridors during the Easter period, with services running smoothly despite increased demand.

On the Lagos–Ibadan Train Service (LITS) corridor, the corporation introduced additional trips on April 2 to accommodate the holiday rush. The move boosted capacity and eased movement between the two cities, with the route witnessing heavy patronage from families, tourists and other travellers.

Operations on the Abuja–Kaduna Train Service (AKTS) corridor were sustained in line with the existing timetable, ensuring steady passenger movement throughout the period. The corridor also recorded high turnout, reflecting growing reliance on rail transport. Minor operational adjustments were handled without affecting overall service delivery.

Similarly, the Warri–Itakpe Train Service (WITS) maintained its regular schedule, operating daily except Thursdays set aside for maintenance. The route experienced increased traffic, particularly from traders and inter-city passengers taking advantage of the holiday.

On the eastern corridor, the Port Harcourt–Aba Train Service operated as scheduled and recorded strong patronage, remaining a preferred option for short-distance commuters and business operators.

The corporation also ran a special free train service in collaboration with the Osun State Government. The service, which departed Iddo, Lagos, on April 3 and returned on April 6, attracted large numbers of passengers and drew positive feedback from beneficiaries.

Security was strengthened across all corridors, with personnel deployed at stations and along rail lines. The NRC said no major incidents were recorded during the period.

Passengers commended the corporation for maintaining reliable services, while also noting improvements in customer engagement, with personnel deployed to assist travellers at stations and onboard trains.

Following the Easter celebrations, the NRC has resumed normal operations across its routes. The management expressed appreciation to passengers for their continued patronage and reiterated its commitment to safe, efficient and customer-focused rail services.