00:00A derailment on Abuja-Kaduna corridor has prompted authorities to suspend train services and launch a full-scale investigation.
00:08On Tuesday at around 11 a.m., a train from Abuja derailed between Kubwa and Asham stations, narrowly avoiding disaster.
00:16Emergency responders quickly mobilized, evacuating 618 people, including 583 passengers, 15 crew members, 8 cleaners, 11 catering staff and one medical professional.
00:30Seven passengers sustained minor to moderate injuries and were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.
00:36The remaining evacuees were safely returned to Idu-Kubwa stations via rescue train.
00:44The Nigerian Railway Corporation announced a temporary suspension of all services on the route.
00:50A refund has been issued to affected ticket orders and the Federal Ministry of Transport has begun formal investigations.
00:56This derailment adds to a worrying trend. Nigeria's Rail Network has seen 188 derailments in six years.
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