The Abuja-Kaduna route’s train operations have been suspended until further notice by the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC).
Kayode Opeifa, the NRC’s managing director, made the announcement while giving journalists a briefing in Abuja hours after the incident.  ,
According to Opeifa, the company’s technical staff is currently conducting an investigation at the train derailment site in addition to the Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) and other relevant agencies.
He refuted claims that all passengers on board are being given refunds for their tickets and said the trains are in good condition.
At the Asham station, Idu train station, Abuja , the NRC boss also received some passengers.
Six passengers received minor injuries, according to Opeifa, and have since received medical attention. He did, however, claim that the precise passenger count hasn’t been determined yet.
Read more about the NSIB’s investigation into the Abuja-Kaduna train accident.
NSIB Beggins Investigation
Meanwhile, NSIB has launched an investigation into the incident.  ,
Bimbo Oladeji, the director of public affairs and family assistance for NSIB, stated that preliminary reports show that six passengers suffered injuries without any fatalities.
A team from the Bureau has also been dispatched to the scene to gather evidence, coordinate with stakeholders, and look into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The NSIB Director General, Alex Badeh Jr., was quoted as expressing sympathy for the victims.
“We feel the most for each and every person who has been hurt. The Bureau has dispatched investigators to the location to find out what caused this hiccup. Through a transparent and independent investigation, our goal is to make rail travel safer for Nigerians, according to Badeh.
The Bureau stated that it will conduct an investigation to look at both the direct and indirect factors that caused the derailment and make recommendations to stop additional incidents. As the investigation gets closer, updates will be made.
Additionally, NSIB extended assistance to all passengers who were hurt by the accident.
Source: Channels TV
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