Wednesday, 13 July 2016

The Abuja-Kaduna rail will work (f we allow it)

The above title can seem pessimistic. But it is more realistic than pessimistic . One is only speaking from a study of our best ideas that have gradually been allowed to become monstrosities.

I went through the route and saw some good things. First. The good: the stations were clean, with modern infrastructure ture like good seats, and at the Kubwa station at least, there were innovative additions. There was prayer room for men and women,  conveniences for the physically challenged  ( differently able).
Water was running in the conveniences, and the whole environment was clean.

The train made the trip to Kaduna in about 3 hours, though we are told this would change once full service starts. This is just test running.

The cabin was air conditioned,  with window blinds, and nice red seats. Overhead racks complete the expected inner furniture. Scrolling message interacted with the passengers on the trip. And there were double faced TV monitors.

All in all, it's okay, though the standard will need to be improved upon.

Further posts will say more.

Bayo Ezekiel.

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