The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, revealed that the Abuja Rail Mass Transit (ARMT) system serves between 4,000 and 5,000 commuters daily. This announcement was made during the inauguration of the Kugbo Bus Terminal construction project in Abuja on Tuesday.
Wike highlighted the growing usage of the train service, stating, “As I speak to you today, we are recording not less than 4,000 to 5,000 passengers who are using that train service to the various communities along the airport rail line. That tells you that the renewed hope agenda is working.”
Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who also attended the event, reminisced about his experience riding the train with President Bola Tinubu. He praised the president for approving free rides on the service, a measure aimed at alleviating the transportation burden on Abuja residents.
“We are now confirming that over 4,000 people are being carried on a daily basis. This, on its own, is a major palliative awaiting the minimum wage we are discussing,” Akpabio noted.
Akpabio also congratulated Minister Wike on his accomplishments and urged him to remain focused amid potential criticisms. “Be rest assured that no matter what you do, not everybody will praise you. Others will try to find fault. Some will say why Wike alone, but look at where we are now; we are about to inaugurate a major infrastructure that will touch the lives of people,” he said.
He further commended President Tinubu for selecting capable individuals for key roles, emphasizing the importance of performance in driving progress.
The inauguration of the Kugbo Bus Terminal marks a significant step in enhancing Abuja’s public transportation infrastructure, with the ARMT system playing a critical role in providing efficient and reliable transit options for the city’s residents.
