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The Abuja–Kaduna train, which left Abuja at around 11 am on Tuesday on its way to Kaduna, derailed, according to President Bola Tinubu, the president’s representative.

Tinubu added that he is awaiting a full briefing to ensure that all those affected are provided with immediate assistance, as stated on his official X handle.

He added that it was anticipated that similar events would occur in the future.

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“I’ve been informed of reports of the Abuja–Kaduna train derailment today (Tuesday) even while I’m in Brazil. This incident has me deeply depressed. The injured, their families, and all of the passengers who have experienced this agonizing experience are in my thoughts.

I keep abreast of the most recent developments and look forward to receiving a full report to ensure that everyone affected is given prompt assistance and assistance. President Tinubu stated on Tuesday that the NRC is already taking steps to stop similar events from occurring in the future.

Kayode Opeifa, the managing director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation, claimed on Wednesday that he had accepted full responsibility for the derailment.

Opeifa, who spoke on Wednesday’s appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, asserted that the ongoing investigation into the incident would not be swept under the carpet.

“Aside from apologizing to Nigeria, I want to assert that I accept full responsibility as the managing director and chief executive.” There is no indifference in the context of safety.

The CEO must assume accountability once it occurs. I’m taking responsibility in this situation, Opeifa said.

The MD added that four of the passengers on the Abuja-Kaduna train had suffered serious injuries.

“We will follow up on those who may still be in the hospital,” and four of those who were hurt are serious, and another two or so were discharged right away.

We’ll follow up, I don’t know at this time. We’ll also follow up with the 618 passengers who have already experienced the post-traumatic stress. We will make sure that we have all of our contacts,” Opeifa continued.

The NRC halted train travel on the Abuja-Kaduna route until further notice following the incident on Tuesday.

In separate coordinated operations along Benin-Lagos and Benin-Akure roads, the Edo State Police Command claims to have rescued sixteen kidnap victims.

This is in line with a statement from Joel Yamu, the command’s spokesman, who claimed the operations were coordinated with local hunters and vigilantes in the area.

“Six victims were rescued along the Benin–Akure Road, one of whom received a gunshot wound during the attack, was saved from the scene by public-spirited individuals, and is currently receiving treatment,” according to the report. Along the Benin–Lagos Road, three more victims were safely rescued, too, according to the statement’s description.

Additionally, according to Wikipedia, seven Benin-Akure road kidnapping victims were freed in the evening of August 25, 2025.

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According to the police, “armed kidnappers blocked the roads and abducted innocent travelers on August 23, 2025, at around 17:30 and 18:00hrs, respectively, at approximately 17:30 and 18:00hrs.”

The statement continued, “Dispair calls were immediately received, resulting in the prompt mobilization of security resources.

In concert with tactical teams, vigilantes, and local hunters, the Iguobazuwa Division and Ekiadolor Division conducted extensive bush-combing operations to pursue the hoodlums and secure the release of the victims.

According to him, the Benin–Akure axis operation was led by the Edo State Police Commissioner, Monday Agbonika.

The Command deployed advanced technical support, including drones, to improve precision and coordination during the rescue operations.

Agbonika praised the operatives and the crucial role that vigilantes and neighborhood hunters played in the operations.

He noted that violent crime is still effectively fought against by the combination of formal law enforcement and community structures.

The commander was assured that it would hold off until the perpetrators had been apprehended and the remaining victims had been rescued.

Umar Namadi, the governor’s representative, cited significant achievements in agriculture, infrastructure, and youth empowerment as the foundation of his administration’s “Greater Jigawa” agenda as evidence that Jigawa State is on an irreversible path to transformative development.

The governor, speaking during a statewide broadcast to celebrate Jigawa State’s 34th birthday, spoke of the administration’s commitment to accelerating progress in all sectors, particularly agriculture, where he noted historic gains have been made.

Governor Namadi claimed that “our agricultural transformation agenda is gradually releasing decades of untapped agricultural potential.” The Jigawa Agricultural Transformation Agency, which will lead the state’s agricultural transformation, was just yesterday passed into law.

Governor Namadi also announced the establishment of a dedicated Ministry for Livestock Development through an Executive Order in a bold move to prioritize livestock development.

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He continued, “This new ministry is a crucial component of our Agricultural Transformation Agenda and will give this vital sector the attention it deserves.”

Governor Namadi highlighted the completion of 26 inherited road projects totaling over 300 kilometres and the launch of 45 new road projects totaling over 800 kilometres within the first two years of his presidency in terms of infrastructure.

He said, “No one has ever made progress toward the fulfillment of our promise to deliver significant improvements in the delivery of critical infrastructure.”

Additionally, the governor made reference to the significant investments made in youth empowerment, revealing that over 300, 000 people have been benefited by implementation of more than 60 employment and empowerment programs, primarily youth and women.

He said, “We have remained focused on getting the results we promised.” “Equitable and human-centered economic growth and development are at the heart of our efforts.”

Governor Namadi acknowledged that challenges remain, particularly in terms of education, industrialization, and youth development while applauding the accomplishments.

He noted that “we have seen significant progress.” However, new approaches and a persistent commitment are required in order to overcome issues like the high number of out-of-school children and the underutilization of our young population.

The governor reiterated his commitment to the 12-Point Agenda, which he called “a compact between the Government and the People” that was introduced at the beginning of his administration.

He advocated for patriotism and collective responsibility.

Everyone plays a significant role in Jigawa State’s development, he said. We must all acknowledge that everyone of us contributes to the development of Jigawa State.

On August 27, 1991, Jigawa State was established. The state has evolved over the course of its 34-year history from what the governor called a “bereft situation” to a development model with improvements in areas like road infrastructure, accountability, and agricultural productivity.

Kayode Opeifa, the managing director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation, claimed on Monday that he had accepted full responsibility for the Tuesday derailment of the Abuja-Kaduna train along the Kaduna corridor.

Opeifa, who spoke on Wednesday’s appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, asserted that the ongoing investigation into the incident would not be swept under the carpet.

“Aside from apologizing to Nigeria, I want to assert that I accept full responsibility as the managing director and chief executive.” There is no indifference in the context of safety.

The CEO must assume accountability once it occurs. I’m taking responsibility in this situation, Opeifa said.

He added, however, that the NRC would prevent a repeat incident even though it should not have occurred.

An incident like this is not anticipated, is not anticipated, should occur, but where it occurs is to bring out the best in us, I want to assure Nigerians.

“And I can assure Nigerians that we shut down the Warri-Itakpe (route) three weeks ago, just as we are doing right now on the Warri-Itakpe, which he (the analyst) also mentioned.

According to him, “I ordered the shutdown for safety reasons, and replacing the track with a new one is to ensure things like this don’t happen,” he continued.

The incident took place on Tuesday along the Kaduna corridor shortly after the train left Abuja and headed to Kaduna.

A passenger on the train described the chaotic situation with people fleeing to safety.

The Imo State Government has approved a raise in the minimum wage from 70, 000 to 104, 000 in a decisive effort to improve the welfare of the state’s workforce.

During a crucial meeting with labor leaders at the state capital’s Owerri, governor Hope Uzodimma made the announcement.

It is a crucial conflict between the state’s representatives of organized labor.

Additionally, the governor announced the state’s approval of a $16 billion bond to pay all state pensioners owed gratuities right away.

The labor leaders who sang solidarity songs praised the gesture.

They referred to it as a historic step toward improving the state’s working and retirement conditions.

Abba Moro, the leader of the main opposition’s Peoples Democratic Party, claims the party regrets electing Atiku Abubakar as its presidential candidate in 2023. &nbsp,

On Channels Television’s Politics Today, Senator Moro, a member of the Benue South National Assembly, made the statement.

The Senate Minority Leader said on Tuesday that “fielding Atiku] was an error because of how the election turned out and how the Nigerian people spoke.”

“It’s definitely regrettable to lose a very significant election in that disastrous manner.”

The All Progressives Congress (APC), the party’s former leader, won the election, placing them second behind the PDP.

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Atiku left the PDP about two years after that defeat, and he hasn’t yet announced his new party.

Jonathan’s Planned Return, Obi?

Although only two years have passed since the 2027 general elections, there are rumors that the main opposition wants to persuade former president Goodluck Jonathan and former governor of Nambra State, Peter Obi, to rejoin.

Since being unspotted at PDP public events since losing to former president Muhammadu Buhari in 2015, Jonathan has maintained a low profile.

Similar to Atiku, who was Atiku’s running mate in the 2019 elections, he later dumped the PDP and won the party’s presidential ticket for the 2023 elections.

According to Moro, he was said to have been frustrated with the PDP, which he corroborated.

However, Moro claimed that talks are ongoing to persuade the duo to run for president.

He continued, “I am aware that some people have been talking to Peter Obi about “Hey, come back home, this is what we are likely to do, and if you come, you stand a chance of being the candidate,” Moro said on the program.