Six injured in Abuja–Kaduna train derailment, investigation ongoing–NSIB

Maureen Aguta

At least six passengers were injured on Tuesday morning after a Kaduna-bound passenger train derailed at KM 49, between Kubwa and Asham stations, along the Abuja–Kaduna rail corridor.

A statement signed by Bimbo Olawumi Oladeji, the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) spokesperson, said a team of investigators had been deployed to the site to gather evidence, interact with stakeholders, and begin a full probe into the derailment.

“Current information available indicates that six persons sustained injuries, and no recorded fatalities. A go-team has been deployed to the site to gather evidence, engage relevant stakeholders, and commence an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident,” the statement said.