By Ann Godwin, Port Harcourt
Rotimi Amaechi
THE Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has kicked off Aba-Port Harcourt mass transit train service, saying governance should be separated from politics.
Amaechi explained that the Federal Government was determined and ready to partner with the Abia State government to bring development in the state irrespective of its political party affiliation.
The minister while speaking during the ceremony in Port Harcourt yesterday, said the train, which would run between Port Harcourt and Aba would enhance commercial activities and foster integration among the people of Rivers and Abia states.
He further disclosed that the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari plans to revive the railway sub-sector and achieve a system that is modern, safe and affordable.
He said the project would serve as a vehicle for sustainable development, social harmony and political stability.
Amaechi added: “I wish to inform you that the Federal Government is opening a space for public-private initiative in the transport sector.
“The government through the public- private partnership initiative will redevelop the major railway stations within the country, under the railway modernisation programme, government will achieve an efficient rail network.”
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