The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has suspended train operations on the Warri-Itakpe route for 72 hours due to multiple technical failures.
The disruption began on Tuesday, April 9, 2025, at approximately 1:38 PM, affecting both the 8:00 AM train from Warri and the 2:00 PM train from Itakpe.
“The NRC has activated its emergency protocol and coordinated the safe evacuation of passengers,” the corporation stated. Travelers were escorted about 500 meters from the affected train and transported by road under the watch of security personnel.
The incident was caused by a significant engine failure, which also hindered the performance of emergency recovery efforts.
Some passengers opted to make independent travel arrangements due to delays, an action the NRC acknowledged and understood.
Comprehensive Technical Audit
As a precautionary measure, the corporation has temporarily halted operations on the Warri-Itakpe line to allow a comprehensive technical audit. The NRC aims to ensure all issues are addressed before services resume.
*”Passengers holding tickets for the disrupted services are entitled to a full refund or may choose to revalidate their tickets for future travel,”* the NRC stated.
Further details are available on the [NRC’s official website] or at their Abuja project office.
Restoring Safe and Reliable Services
The NRC has assured the public of its commitment to restoring safe and reliable train services as swiftly as possible. The corporation is working to resolve the technical issues and prevent future disruptions.
*”We are committed to providing safe and reliable train services to our passengers,”* said the NRC. The corporation is expected to provide regular updates on the status of the Warri-Itakpe route.
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