Members of the Methodist Boys’ High School (MBHS) Club ’81 recently celebrated the 45th anniversary of their graduation with a first-class rail journey aboard the Nigerian Railway Corporation’s (NRC) Lagos-Ibadan Train Service (LITS), turning the reunion into a memorable travel experience.
The alumni departed from the Mobolaji Johnson Railway Station in Ebute Metta, Lagos, where they were received by officials of the NRC before boarding the First Class Coach for the trip to Ibadan.
For many of the old classmates, the journey offered more than a comfortable ride. It provided an opportunity to reconnect, relive cherished memories and celebrate over four decades of friendship while experiencing Nigeria’s standard gauge rail service.
Speaking during the trip, Chairman of MBHS Club ’81, Mr. Lorenzo Gomez, said the association deliberately chose rail transport to make the anniversary celebration different.
‘We wanted to celebrate this milestone in a unique way, and the train journey gave us that opportunity. The experience has been smooth, comfortable and enjoyable, and it has added a special touch to our reunion,’ he said.
The association’s General Secretary, Mr. Tunji Ayodele, said members were encouraged to make the trip after hearing positive feedback about the Lagos-Ibadan service.
‘We had heard good reports about the service and decided to experience it ourselves. From the reception at the station to the journey itself, it has been a pleasant experience,’ he said.
Throughout the trip, the atmosphere inside the coach reflected the spirit of the reunion, with classmates sharing memories, exchanging laughter and renewing friendships built more than four decades ago.
NRC officials described the visit as another indication of the growing appeal of rail transportation for group travel, reunions and excursions, noting that organised groups are increasingly choosing the railway for both business and leisure trips.
The Corporation reaffirmed its commitment to providing safe, reliable and customer-focused rail services across its network.