Several passengers were injured on Monday morning when a train operating on the Abuja-Kaduna rail corridor derailed, forcing the service to stop midway. The passenger train, traveling from Kaduna to Abuja, failed to reach its destination as scheduled after the disruption along the busy rail line connecting the Federal Capital Territory and Kaduna State.
A source within the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirmed the incident on condition of anonymity, noting that it was outside their official mandate to comment. Passengers on board described sudden chaos as the train came to an abrupt halt, sending shock and panic through the coaches.
Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud bang before the train jolted violently, throwing several occupants off their seats. The sudden disruption caused confusion among commuters, many of whom struggled to comprehend the situation as it unfolded.
According to preliminary accounts, the Abuja-bound train reportedly collided with another train along the corridor. The collision forced rail operations to stop temporarily while authorities assessed the situation and attended to the injured. Emergency personnel were reported to have assisted passengers, and medical attention was provided to those affected.
The NRC has yet to release an official statement detailing the cause of the incident or the number of injuries sustained. Passengers and commuters are advised to stay updated on service resumption and follow official safety advisories.
