Abuja, Nigeria
In response to recent public concerns over the condition of train facilities, particularly the functionality of onboard toilets, the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa, PhD, on Saturday, 14 June, 2025, paid an unscheduled inspection visit to the Idu Railway Station in Abuja.
The visit was prompted by an article currently in circulation which alleged that all toilets aboard the Abuja-Kaduna train service were non-functional.
Determined to verify the claims and uphold service standards, Dr. Opeifa personally boarded the coaches to conduct a thorough on-the-spot assessment of the toilets and general coach conditions.
During the tour, the Managing Director was accompanied by senior officials and technical staff who provided insights into the state of the facilities, ongoing maintenance routines, and improvement plans.
Dr. Opeifa reaffirmed the NRC’s commitment to ensuring safety, cleanliness, and comfort for all passengers across the national rail network.
“We take all feedback seriously—whether from the media or passengers—and we are committed to transparency and continual improvement,” Dr. Opeifa said. “Our visit today is part of our resolve to ensure that passengers receive the highest standard of service.”
On the state of the facilities, the Managing Director commended the AKTS team and the private sector cleaning provider for their efforts over the past five months, noting significant improvements.
He acknowledged that while most toilets are now functional, there is still room for improvement. He implored customers to support the Corporation’s revitalization efforts by making their concerns known through the available customer complaint channels for prompt attention.
Dr. Opeifa also urged NRC staff to adopt a more customer-friendly attitude, emphasizing that the Corporation remains committed to improving customer service delivery and enhancing overall passenger experience.
The NRC assured the public that any identified deficiencies will be addressed swiftly and urges passengers to continue providing constructive feedback that will aid the Corporation in delivering a more efficient and reliable railway system.
