President Jonathan urges Buhari to Continue work on Abuja rail
President Goodluck Jonathan has advised the President-elect, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), to continue work on the ongoing Abuja rail projects.
President Jonathan, while inspecting the ongoing projects, said that the project was worth preserving by the incoming administration as it will benefit residents of the Federal Capital Territory and all Nigerians.
He said, “I emphasise the need to develop an effective mass transit system in the country. We cannot talk about mass transit using taxis, small cars and small buses, even the luxury buses. It will be too expensive. Until our rail system works. That is why we are emphasising on inter-city rail and intra-city light rail systems.
“Of course, this government is leaving on May 29, but definitely the incoming government will have to continue.
“This is a noble project, it will benefit Nigerians especially residents of the FCT. I am quite appreciative of the level of completion.”