FG begins reconstruction of Eastern rail line corridor- NRC.
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced the commencement of the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the Eastern Railway Corridor.
The Railway District Manager for Eastern District, Enugu, Victor Adamu, stated that the project aims to revitalize the narrow-gauge tracks, which will benefit the Southeast and other parts of the country, adding that the rehabilitation work has begun from Port Harcourt to Aba in Abia State, with coaches currently running between the two cities five days a week.
Adamu stated that the Federal Government, under President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, is working to ensure the rail lines are restored to working condition, noting that the NRC has also introduced a policy allowing state governments to invest in railway projects, with Anambra, Abia, and Enugu state governments expressing interest.
He revealed that the Managing Director of NRC, Kayode Opeifa, had visited Enugu in April to discuss the project with the governors of Abia and Enugu states.
Lamenting that despite progress, vandalism remains a significant challenge, the NRC said it is collaborating with security agencies like the Nigeria Police, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and the military to protect railway infrastructure and apprehend vandals, adding that some suspected vandals have already been arrested and are facing trial.
The project is expected to enhance economic growth, improve connectivity, and provide better transportation options for commuters and traders.
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