NRC confirms Warri–Itakpe train derailment, suspects track vandalism

NRC confirms Warri–Itakpe train derailment, suspects track vandalism 

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has confirmed the derailment of a Warri–Itakpe passenger train near Agbor on Saturday evening, assuring the public that no injuries or fatalities occurred.

This is coming barely four days after it reopened the line.

In a statement released on Sunday, NRC Managing Director Dr. Kayode Opeifa disclosed that the incident took place around 7:30 p.m. at Kilometer 212+8m and involved two of the seven coaches of the Warri–Itakpe Train Service (WITS).

Preliminary investigations suggest the derailment may have been caused by suspected track vandalism.

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“We are pleased to confirm that all passengers on board were safely evacuated to Agbor, and everyone has been fully accounted for. No casualties or injuries were recorded,” Dr. Opeifa stated.

He added that NRC’s recovery team, in collaboration with security agencies, had been on-site since Saturday night conducting retrieval operations.

“These efforts are progressing steadily and are expected to be completed soon,” he assured.

The NRC reiterated its commitment to passenger safety and pledged to continue working with relevant authorities to prevent future incidents.

NRC confirms Warri–Itakpe train derailment near Agbor, no casualties reported

NAN