Oyogist.com has learnt that the Nigerian Transportation minister, Rotimi Amaechi has unveiled the NRC e-ticketing platform Fully aimed at ensuring the best travel experience for Nigerians on all its train service network.
The platform, which procured about N900 million, was launched by the Federal Ministry of Transportation as well as the Nigerian government.
Amaechi said: “This project which is a Public-Private Partnership is a product of over three years of rigorous procurement process and due diligence involving the NRC, NITDA and finally obtaining approval from the Federal Executive Council.
“Today marks the beginning of the automation of ticket sales in all our major stations on the Abuja Kaduna train service. This is a total package that also includes access control which will be deployed subsequently.
“It is my believe that deploying the secured ticketing solution is in line with world best practice, and will enhance efficiency, save time and promote accountability while also reducing leakages and promoting economic growth. It is most suitable especially at this period of COVID-19 as it reduces physical interactions at the stations as passengers can buy their tickets at the comfort of their homes and offices through their phones.”
The platform offers 3 ways to book, which includes:
1. Mobile app
2. Website
3. POS or Cash at the station. All automated.
A validator is used to scan your ticket barcode before you board the train. The self service ticket vending machines at the stations would be launched soon.
