Tag: #NigerianRailway
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NRC AND SOUTH WEST DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION TO REVIVE RAILWAYS FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the South West Development Commission (SWDC) to reactivate old, unused railway routes in the South West geopolitical zone. NRC Managing Director Dr Kayode Opeifa said this partnership aims to boost regional connectivity and stimulate economic development. Dr Opeifa welcomed SWDC’s…
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NIGERIAN RAILWAY CORPORATION CRACKS DOWN ON VANDALISM, CALLS FOR STATE GOVERNMENTS’ SUPPORT
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) is raising the alarm over the ongoing vandalism of its rail facilities, urging state governments to take ownership and help protect rail tracks within their territories. Managing Director Dr Kayode Opeifa spoke out at a recent event in Lagos where two suspects were paraded for removing over 300 bolts and…
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NIGERIAN RAILWAY CORPORATION NABS TWO SUSPECTED VANDALS, WARNS OF STRICT ACTION AFTER WARRI-ITAKPE TRAIN DERAILMENT
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has confirmed the arrest of two suspects connected to the recent derailment of the Warri-Itakpe Train Service caused by vandalism of clips and fasteners. NRC Managing Director, Dr. Kayode Opeifa, stated the suspects were nabbed near Abraka, Delta State, following coordinated efforts by the NRC Police and local security agents.…
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KADUNA-BOUND TRAIN DERAILS: RESCUE UNDERWAY
A train heading to Abuja derailed around 11:09 AM today near Kilometre 49 between Kubwa and Asham stations. The Nigerian Railway Corporation, led by MD Kayode Opeifa, says emergency rescue teams, medical staff, and military officials are already on scene. Security forces are managing the situation, working to safely return all passengers to Abuja, however,…
