The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has introduced special train service arrangements ahead of the Easter celebrations to manage the expected increase in passenger traffic nationwide.

In a statement released on Tuesday, the corporation said the initiative is designed to make travel easier and more convenient for commuters during the holiday period.

As part of the plan, the Lagos–Ibadan Train Service (LITS) will run three trips on Thursday, April 2, 2026, to accommodate the anticipated surge in passengers. Trains departing from Mobolaji Johnson Station in Ebute Metta, Lagos, are scheduled for 7:45 a.m., 1:40 p.m., and 4:00 p.m., while departures from Obafemi Awolowo Station in Moniya, Ibadan, will be at 8:00 a.m., 10:50 a.m., and 4:30 p.m.

The NRC also announced a special train service on the narrow gauge corridor in collaboration with the Osun State Government. The service, fully funded by the state government, will be offered free of charge to passengers. The train will depart Iddo Station in Lagos for Osogbo at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 3, 2026, with the return trip from Osogbo scheduled for Monday, April 6, 2026, also at 10:00 a.m.

On other routes, operations will continue as scheduled. The Abuja–Kaduna Train Service (AKTS) will maintain its regular timetable, with two trips on Thursdays and three trips on Fridays through Mondays, covering morning, midday, and afternoon departures between Idu and Rigasa.

Similarly, the Warri–Itakpe Train Service (WITS) will operate daily except on Thursdays, which are reserved for maintenance. Trains from Warri to Itakpe will run on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Fridays at 8:00 a.m., while services from Itakpe to Warri will operate on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 12:00 noon.

On the Eastern corridor, the Port Harcourt–Aba Train Service will also maintain its current schedule, with departures from Port Harcourt at 8:00 a.m. and return trips from Aba at 3:00 p.m.

The corporation reaffirmed its commitment to providing safe, reliable, and efficient rail transport services across the country.

Passengers have been advised to plan their journeys in advance, arrive early at stations, and comply with all ticketing and security procedures.

The NRC also extended its wishes for a peaceful and enjoyable Easter celebration, while encouraging continued use of rail transport as a safe and dependable means of travel.