By Ogungbayi Adeyemi S. | adeyemi@ddnewsonline.com
Editor, DDNews |
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has confirmed that several passengers sustained injuries following a train incident on the Abuja-Kaduna route on Monday morning, March 16, 2026.
In an official statement, NRC Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Kayode Opeifa said the mishap occurred around 10:30 a.m. near Asham Train Station when a rear locomotive made unintended contact with the passenger coach immediately behind it due to a coupling issue.
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Opeifa stated: “The affected passengers were promptly attended to and transported to nearby medical facilities for proper medical care. Thankfully, no fatalities were recorded.”
He added that emergency response protocols were activated immediately, technical teams mobilised to the site, and the Safety Investigation Bureau has commenced a thorough probe into the incident in line with established safety procedures.
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The train eventually arrived at Idu Train Station at approximately 10:39 a.m., 38 minutes behind schedule, after time was allowed to detach and remove the affected locomotive and coach.
The NRC reassured the public that safety remains its top priority and that all necessary measures are being taken to address the situation and ensure the continued safe operation of train services. Further updates will be provided as investigations progress.
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Persistent Safety Concerns on Abuja-Kaduna Route The incident adds to a series of derailments and operational challenges on the Abuja-Kaduna line in recent years, prompting the Senate to launch a nationwide probe into rail failures in 2025.
In November 2025, the Senate established an ad hoc committee chaired by Senator Adams Oshiomhole to investigate recurring derailments, assess the condition of rail infrastructure, review imported materials, and examine loans received from China for rail projects. The committee was given six weeks to submit its report, which included a public hearing.
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Lawmakers also directed the NRC to immediately address technical faults and restore full operational capacity across the nation’s rail network.
The latest occurrence is expected to renew calls for urgent upgrades, better maintenance, and improved safety protocols on Nigeria’s rail corridors.
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