The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced that the Abuja- Kaduna train service would reopen for operation next week.
The development was contained in a statement signed by the corporation’s Chief Public Relations Officer, Callistus Unyimadu on Saturday night.
According to NRC, the reopening is as a result of the successful completion of repair and safety checks on the affected section of track at Asham.
NRC recalled that, “the service was temporarily suspended after the unfortunate incident of August 26, 2025. Since then, the Corporation has worked tirelessly to ensure both the infrastructure and rolling stock are restored to the highest safety standards in line with global best practices,”.
Furthermore the NRC disclosed that it has “refunded 512 passengers out of the 583 on board the affected train. Efforts are ongoing to reach and process refunds for the remaining passengers to ensure that no one is left behind.
“The NRC appreciates the patience and understanding of our esteemed passengers and assures the general public that their safety, comfort, and satisfaction remain our top priority.
“We also acknowledge the invaluable support of the Federal Ministry of Transportation, security agencies, the media, and all stakeholders during this period of recovery. Further details on the official resumption date and schedule will be communicated in the coming days”.
