Just In: Kaduna-Bound Train Derails, Passengers Stranded

Kaduna-bound train derails, leaving passengers stranded as NRC confirms incident.

By Amanabo Ocholi | The Bureau News

A Kaduna-bound train has reportedly derailed, leaving scores of passengers stranded along the corridor.

The incident, captured in a video circulating on social media, shows the stranded train and concerned passengers awaiting assistance.

NRC Confirms the Incident

An official of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed the mishap but requested more time to provide full details.

The location of the derailment and the possible cause remain unknown as of the time of this report.

Passengers Await Rescue

While emergency response efforts have yet to be confirmed, passengers are reported to be safe, though stranded. Authorities are expected to deploy measures to restore movement along the route.

The Bureau News will provide updates as more information emerges from the NRC and other relevant agencies.

For related updates on rail safety and transportation in Nigeria, visit The Bureau News.

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