The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has launched an investigation into a train incident on the Rigasa Idu rail corridor after several passengers were injured.
In a statement signed by its Director of Public Affairs, Funke Arowojobe, the bureau said the incident happened around 9:16 a.m. along the Jere Asham section near Asham Station.
The train, identified as KA2, departed Rigasa Railway Station in Kaduna for Idu Railway Station in Abuja as part of its scheduled morning service.
According to the bureau, the train stopped at Jere Railway Station at about 8:52 a.m., where a rear locomotive was attached to support its onward movement.
However, the detached locomotive later rolled forward and struck the rear part of the train.
The train was carrying 429 passengers, along with 46 crew members and 24 security personnel at the time of the incident.
No deaths were recorded, but some passengers sustained injuries. Officials of the Nigerian Railway Corporation and security personnel onboard responded quickly and provided first aid to those affected.
Despite the incident, the train continued its journey and eventually arrived at Idu Station around 10:39 a.m., where additional assistance was provided to passengers.
Director General of the bureau, Alex Badeh Jr., expressed concern for the injured passengers and assured the public that a full investigation is underway.
The agency said the probe will examine technical, operational and infrastructure factors, including the train configuration, locomotive attachment systems and operational procedures.
