Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has voiced deep concern over the derailment of the Abuja-Kaduna train on Tuesday.
An incident that left at least 14 passengers injured.
In a statement on his X handle, Atiku expressed relief that there were no fatalities but emphasised that the accident highlights the urgent need for systemic safety reforms.
He said, “I am deeply concerned about the derailment of the Abuja-Kaduna train on Tuesday, which resulted in injuries to at least 14 passengers.
“It is a relief that there were no fatalities, but this incident underscores the urgent need for action.
“I demand an immediate and thorough investigation by the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) and the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC).
“We need transparent updates and a commitment to strengthening safety protocols that will restore public confidence in our rail infrastructure system,” he said.
Atiku further urged the authorities to provide transparent updates and demonstrate a strong commitment to strengthening safety protocols, in order to restore public confidence in Nigeria’s rail infrastructure.
This is a constructive, very mature, enlightened and very critical.
Thanks for this piece of advice.
Let’s wait and hear what that man from the other side who doesn’t see anything good in the government will say.
God bless you sir.