The Imo State Government has unveiled its 2025 Christmas and New Year free transportation programme for Imo indigenes living in Lagos, aimed at easing travel costs and encouraging family reunions during the festive season.
Governor approved the initiative under his Shared Prosperity Initiative to support Ndi Imo returning to Owerri, Orlu, and Okigwe for the holidays. The government said the scheme is part of efforts to strengthen community bonds and ensure safe travel.
“This programme reflects our concern for the welfare of Ndi Imo during the Yuletide period,” the government said.
The free transport service covers return trips on designated dates and routes. Departures from Lagos are scheduled for December 23, 24, and 25, 2025, while return trips to Lagos will take place on January 5 and 6, 2026. Daily departure time is fixed at 8:15am.
Take-off points in Lagos are Awo-Omamma and Awo-Idemili. The government emphasised that the service is strictly free and warned travellers not to make payments. “No payment is required from beneficiaries,” it said.
The programme is open only to accredited Imo indigenes residing in Lagos, with participants advised to travel with light luggage. Accreditation will be carried out via WhatsApp using approved phone numbers.
Applicants must submit their full name, town union, destination, phone number, valid ID, and contact details of their town union chairman or president. Those without a valid ID may visit the Imo State Liaison Office at Plot 1221B, Bishop Oluwole Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.
For accreditation and inquiries, the following numbers were provided: 08033255565, 08092362966, and 08115341420. For general guidance, Imolites may also contact 08063344158. The government urged eligible residents to plan ahead and comply fully with accreditation guidelines.
