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, […]