Tragic Canoe Accident Claims Five Lives in Jigawa
A tragic accident occurred in Gantsa town, Buji Local Government Area of Jigawa State on August 27, 2024, resulting in the deaths of five individuals. The victims were traveling in a canoe that capsized while attempting to cross a road submerged by floodwaters. The accident happened around noon when the canoe, carrying five people, attempted […]
Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Arrests 100 Traffic Offenders in FCT
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) FCT Command has taken significant action to improve road safety in Abuja, arresting over 100 traffic offenders in just one week. This initiative is part of the ongoing “Operation Green Light Enforcement” focused on the city center. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday […]
Warri-Itakpe Rail Service Re-opens after Accident Incident
Following a recent accident, the rail transit service between Warri and Itakpe has recommenced operation many commuters were buying tickets at the Ujevwe train station early on Monday morning, around 6:45m excited to get back on the train. A coach on the Itakpe train derailed at the Major Gen. David Ejor rail station on Thursday of last week. Although fortunately no one was hurt, the event forced the suspension of train services on the Warri-Itakpe track on Friday in order to make time for essential maintenance and safety inspections. In order to assess the repairs and guarantee the track’s safety, Senator Ahmed Alkali, the Minister of Transportation, stopped by the Agbor-Abraka train statioconcerning the security of the train services. In order to repair the track, he commended the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) for their prompt action and efficient use of in-house resources. Senator Alkali stated. “We are happy that the incident did not lead to any casualty. It is an operational issue, […]
FG Launches New Train Service from Port Harcourt to Aba
The Federal Government has reopened the Port-Harcourt-Aba railway after finishing its repairs, as part of the ongoing work on the 1443km Port-Harcourt-Maiduguri narrow gauge rail project. This railway is part of the government’s efforts to boost trade, improve transportation, and ensure connections between the southern and northeastern regions of the country. At the inauguration of […]