The Management of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) wishes to confirm that an avoidable train incident occurred at about 10:30 a.m. today near Asham, involving a rear locomotive and a passenger coach next to it due to a coupling issue.
Some passengers sustained injuries and were promptly attended to and taken to a nearby medical facility for proper medical care. No fatalities were recorded.
Emergency response protocols were immediately activated, and relevant technical teams have been mobilized to the location. The Safety Investigation Bureau (SIB) is also on site to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident in line with established safety procedures.
The train arrived Idu station at about 10.39am, 38minutes behind schedule due to time allowed to remove the incident rear locomotive and coach Sp 0006.
The Corporation assures the public that safety remains its top priority, and all necessary measures are being taken to address the situation and ensure the continued safe operation of train services.
Further details will be communicated as more information becomes available.
Signed:
Dr. Kayode Opeifa
Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer
Nigerian Railway Corporation
