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Federal Government Names Five Transporters and 28 Routes for 50% Christmas Fare Cut

By Daniel Edu

The Federal Government of Nigeria has designated five transport companies and identified 28 routes for the implementation of the 50% fare reduction during the Christmas festival. The decision, approved by President Bola Tinubu, aims to provide relief to ordinary Nigerians traveling between December 21 and January 4, 2024, allowing them to connect with their loved ones during the holiday season.

The five transport companies involved in the agreement are GIG (God is Good), Chisco Transport, Young Shall Grow, God Bless Ezenwata, and Area Motor. These companies, including some with mini-buses, will play a crucial role in offering discounted fares to commuters.

The 28 routes covered by the 50% fare subsidy include:

1. Lagos-Kano
2. Lagos-Abuja
3. Lagos-Kaduna-Zaria
4. Lagos-Jos
5. Lagos-Enugu
6. Lagos-Onitsha
7. Lagos-Owerri
8. Lagos-Aba
9. Lagos-Abakaliki
10. Lagos-Nsukka
11. Lagos-Uyo
12. Lagos-Port Harcourt
13. Onitsha-Kano
14. Onitsha-Lagos
15. Onitsha-Jos
16. Onitsha-Abuja
17. Onitsha-Sokoto
18. Onitsha-Gombe
19. Onitsha-Zakibiam
20. Port Harcourt-Owerri-Aba-Kano
21. Aba-Owerri-Abuja
22. Aba-Lagos
23. Abuja-Sokoto
24. Abuja-Lagos
25. Abuja-Onitsha-Owerri-Port Harcourt
26. Abuja-Enugu/Abakaliki
27. Abuja-Gombe
28. Abuja-Kano

The fare reduction initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden on Christian faithful and make travel more affordable during the festive season.

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