At least six passengers sustained injuries after a Kaduna-bound train derailed at KM 49 between Kubwa Station and Asham Station, on Tuesday, according to The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB).
In a statement signed by Director, Public Affairs and Family Assistance of the bureau, current information indicates that six passengers sustained injuries, though no fatalities were recorded.
The NSIB confirmed that a go-team had been deployed to the site to collect evidence, interact with stakeholders, and begin investigating the circumstances that led to the derailment.
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“Current information available indicates that six persons sustained injuries, and no recorded fatalities. A go-team has been deployed to the site to gather evidence, engage relevant stakeholders, and commence an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident.
“The Bureau sympathises with those injured and extends its support to all passengers affected. The investigation will focus on identifying the direct and underlying factors that led to the derailment, with the aim of issuing safety recommendations to prevent a recurrence,” the statement read.
On his path, Director General of NSIB, Captain Alex Badeh,said, “We deeply sympathise with all who sustained injuries. The Bureau has deployed investigators to the site to ensure the root cause of this derailment is uncovered.
“Our commitment is to ensure safer rail transport for Nigerians through a transparent and independent investigation.”
The Bureau assured that updates would be provided as the investigation progresses.