The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has disclosed that the Abuja Light Rail, after its commissioning on Monday, the 27th of May, 2024, will operate free for two months.
Wike made this known during the ongoing Ministerial Sectoral Update to mark the first year in office of the President Bola Tinubu administration, held at the Radio House in Abuja, on Thursday.
According to the Minister, President Bola Tinubu will commission the Metro rail project for commercial activities on Monday.
While urging residents to begin use of the Metro rails from Tuesday, the 28th of May, Wike noted that the goal was to aid the ease of commuting for residents.
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The Minister also hinted that the President may extend the free train rides up to 6 months.
Wike disclosed further that the FCT Administration will begin the construction of 10,000 affordable housing units tagged the Renewed Hope City from the coming year, 2025.
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