The Federal Government has unveiled plans to facilitate the transportation of goods across Nigeria using the railway system, a move set to enhance business operations and strengthen the economy.
Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Kayode Opeifa, disclosed this on Thursday, February 13, during an inspection of railway properties in Kaduna.
He emphasized that the initiative aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu, aiming to improve trade efficiency and reduce logistics costs for businesses.
Opeifa stated that efforts are underway to ensure seamless cargo movement on both narrow and standard gauge rail lines.
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He revealed that wagon assembly is ongoing in Kajola, Oyo State, to eliminate supply shortages, while the government is addressing rolling stock challenges.
By the second quarter of the year, the FG plans to enable goods transportation from Lagos to Kaduna Dry Port. Additionally, collaborations are in place to facilitate cargo movement from Niger, Mokwa, Jebba, and other Inland Dry Ports.
According to Opeifa, the project is expected to lower business costs, curb railway vandalism, reduce inflation, and improve trade efficiency nationwide.
