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🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Abuja–Kaduna Train Accident, Passengers Injured
By DocuNews Central
THE INCIDENT
On the morning of Tuesday, August 26, 2025, a train traveling from Abuja to Kaduna was involved in an accident.
The accident happened around 11:09 a.m. between Kubwa and Asham, at about Kilometer 49 of the busy rail line.
The train, which was filled with passengers heading towards Kaduna, suddenly went off the tracks. Witnesses said the train shook heavily before some of the coaches left the rail.
PASSENGERS IN SHOCK
People on board panicked as the train stopped suddenly. Many described hearing a loud noise before the coaches tilted.
Some passengers cried, others rushed to help those who had fallen inside the train.
“It was like my heart stopped. I just prayed to God because I thought this was the end,” one survivor told DocuNews Central.
NUMBER OF INJURED
According to officials, six people sustained injuries.
The good news is that no life was lost.
Doctors and emergency teams were quickly called in to treat the wounded. Some were taken to hospitals in Abuja for further care.
RESCUE EFFORTS
Emergency workers and security agents arrived at the scene within minutes.
They helped calm passengers, moved the injured, and began investigating what caused the accident.
Officials from the Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC) confirmed the incident. They also assured the public that the situation was under control.
GOVERNMENT REACTION
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has started an investigation.
They want to know why the train left the tracks and what can be done to stop it from happening again.
Transport officials promised to work fast so that passengers will feel safe again when using the train.
BACKGROUND: ABUJA–KADUNA TRAIN LINE
The Abuja–Kaduna train is one of the busiest rail lines in Nigeria.
Every day, thousands of people use it to travel for work, business, and family visits.
This route has faced many challenges in the past:
In March 2022, the train was attacked by terrorists, leading to deaths and kidnappings.
In 2023 and 2024, there were accidents in Kubwa, Jere, and Asham, though without loss of life.
Now, this fresh accident is raising new concerns about safety and maintenance on the line.
VOICES OF CONCERN
Some passengers are asking if the trains are properly maintained.
“I thank God I am alive today, but I will not lie, I am scared to use the train again,” said a young man who was on board.
Others are calling on the government to upgrade the rail tracks and protect passengers from repeated accidents.
PUBLIC OUTCRY
On social media, Nigerians have expressed anger and fear.
Some praised the quick rescue response, while others demanded answers.
A trending post on X (formerly Twitter) read: “How many times must Abuja–Kaduna trains have accidents before something is done?”
NEXT STEPS
For now, the NRC says services may be delayed while the damaged train is removed and safety checks are carried out.
The NSIB will release a full report once investigations are complete.
Passengers are being advised to stay calm and follow updates from railway officials.
DOCUNEWS CENTRAL’S NOTE
This accident is another reminder of the urgent need to strengthen safety on Nigeria’s railways.
While we thank God no life was lost, the fear and trauma of passengers cannot be ignored.
DocuNews Central will continue to follow this story closely and bring you updates on the investigation, government response, and safety measures to prevent such accidents in the future.
✅ End of Report — DocuNews Central
