Yuletide: Northern youths hail Tinubu for free train transportation

The Northern Christian Youth Professionals (NCYP) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for providing free nationwide train transportation to commuters during this festive season.

The commendation of the Northern Youths came as Christians in the north and other parts of the country are preparing for the celebration of Christmas and the new year, 2025.

NCYP Chairman, Isaac Abrak, in a statement on Tuesday, said the free train services for Nigerians during the festive season is a thoughtful gesture.

Abrak said the gesture “is yet another demonstration of the President’s compassion for the common man and his commitment to ensuring that his reform policies bring tangible benefits to all Nigerians.

“The Christmas and New Year seasons are cherished times when families and loved ones come together to share love, joy, and memorable moments. By alleviating the financial burden of travel, this initiative will enable more Nigerians to celebrate the season with ease, making the festivities even more enjoyable.”

He appealed to the management of the Nigerian Railway Corporation to address operational challenges that hindered the smooth implementation of this initiative last year.

Abrak commended the nation’s security agencies for their commendable efforts in tackling security challenges across the country, particularly in the northern region.

“Their dedication has significantly enhanced safety and stability. As the festive season approaches, we urge these agencies to remain steadfast and intensify efforts to ensure the safety and security of all Nigerians, allowing everyone to enjoy the joy and peace that this season brings,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Christian group has called on Nigerians, especially Christians, “to use this season of love and reflection to pray for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the nation’s leadership for God to guide them in their decisions and bless their policies and programs with success for the benefit of all citizens.”