The federal government has reiterated its determination to finish work on the Abuja-Kaduna Standard Gauge rail line before the end of this year.
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport, Mr Nebolisa Emodi, made the pledge in Abuja recently while receiving the former Head of Service of the Federation, Mr Bukar Goni Aji in his office.
Mr Emodi revealed that the project is already about 85 per cent completed and expressed hope of full completion by December.
He also restated the determination of the federal government to revive the Nigerian Railway system for the haulage of goods and carriage of passengers, completion of feasibility studies on rail system, increase use of inland waterways to stimulate economic activities, enhancement of maritime safety and good welfare system for the staff.
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