Nigeria suspends Abuja–Kaduna train service after derailment

A derailment on the Abuja–Kaduna corridor has prompted authorities to suspend train services and launch a full-scale investigation.

On Tuesday at 11:09 a.m., a train from Abuja derailed between Kubwa and Asham stations, narrowly avoiding disaster. Emergency responders quickly mobilized, evacuating 618 people, including 583 passengers, 15 crew members, 8 cleaners, 11 catering staff, and one medical professional.

One passenger described…