“The damage was discovered during a routine inspection on Monday, October 6,” the statement said.
The Nigerian Railway Corporation has announced that the online ticketing platform for the Abuja–Kaduna Train Service is now open for payment.
The NRC also announced the resumption of passenger services on the corridor, effective Wednesday, October 1.
Mr Opeifa thanked God for preserving lives during the incident.
The NRC stated that adequate security was on ground at the incident scene.
The NRC offical stated that the narrow-gauge rail lines were hindered by security challenges.
The Nigerian Railway Corporation states that the federal government has commenced the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the Eastern railway corridor.
The district manager appealed to Nigerians against vandalism of railway facilities across the country
Mr Opeifa said the visit followed the circulation of a report alleging that all toilets aboard AKTS trains were non-functional.
The Nigerian Railway Corporation has raised concerns over the increasing rate of criminal elements attacking its facilities across the country.
