The Nigerian Railway Corporation has revealed plans to expand its train services across the country to facilitate smoother passenger travel during the Easter holiday.
In a statement signed by its Chief Public Relations Officer, Callistus Unyimadu, the corporation stated that extra trips have been added on major routes to handle the expected increase in passenger traffic.
On the Lagos-Ibadan Train Service corridor, three trips will operate on Thursday, April 2, 2026. From the Mobolaji Johnson Station in Ebute Metta, Lagos, trains will depart at 7:45 a.m., 1:40 p.m., and 4:00 p.m., while departures from Obafemi Awolowo Station, Moniya in Ibadan are scheduled for 8:00 a.m., 10:50 a.m., and 4:30 p.m.
In a significant move, the NRC also unveiled a special free train service on the narrow-gauge line between Lagos and Osogbo.
Sponsored by the Osun State Government, the service will depart Iddo Station, Lagos, on Friday, April 3, at 10:00 a.m., with the return journey from Osogbo scheduled for Monday, April 6, at the same time.
The Abuja-Kaduna Train Service will continue its regular schedule, with two trips on Thursdays and three daily trips from Friday through Monday, covering morning, midday, and afternoon services between Idu and Rigasa.
Likewise, the Warri-Itakpe Train Service (WITS) will maintain its usual operations, running daily except on Thursdays, which are reserved for maintenance.
Departures from Warri to Itakpe are scheduled for Sundays, Tuesdays, and Fridays at 8:00 a.m., while return trips from Itakpe to Warri are set for Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 12:00 noon.
On the Eastern corridor, the Port Harcourt-Aba service will continue its regular schedule, departing Port Harcourt at 8:00 a.m. and Aba at 3:00 p.m.
The NRC reaffirmed its commitment to delivering safe, reliable, and efficient services on all routes.
Passengers are advised to plan ahead, arrive at stations early, and comply fully with ticketing and security procedures. The corporation also extended wishes for a peaceful and enjoyable Easter, while encouraging continued use of rail transport as a dependable travel option.
