Abuja-Kaduna Railway Tracks Have Been Completely Fixed – FG

The federal government has stated that the Abuja-Kaduna railway track destroyed by terrorists who attacked travellers on a Kaduna-Abuja train a few weeks ago has been repaired.

The announcement was made by Engr. Fidet Okhiria, Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), in a statement published on Thursday, May 5.

Engr. Okhiria stated that “the Abuja-Kaduna Train Service (AKTS) will resume soon with additional security measures put in place,” adding that after the resumption, “passengers will be required to provide their NIN registration for verification prior to purchasing train tickets. This is for improved Passenger profiling and safety on board.”

According to the statement, “The connection of the AKTS line has been achieved. This implies that the major track components (Concrete Sleepers and Rails) have been completely laid. The south end of the tracks (which was destroyed by the explosion) has been successfully joined with the north end. Track access between Abuja and Kaduna is now restored.

“The Technical Team continue with other track stabilization works including Ballasting, Temping, Fastening of accessories (clips, bolts and nuts) and Welding.

“Loco 2502 which was involved in the accident (though not damaged) and trapped at the Rigasa end due to lack of route access has now crossed to the Idu end and taken to the Workshop for proper examination and routine maintenance.”