The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has launched an investigation into the derailment involving a Kaduna-bound train service which occurred at approximately 11:09 A.M. today, 26th August 2025, at KM 49 between Kubwa Station and Asham Station.
Current information available indicates that six persons sustained injuries, and no recorded fatalities.
NSIB in a statement said a go-team has been deployed to the site to gather evidence, engage relevant stakeholders, and commence investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident.The Bureau sympathises with those injured and extends its support to all passengers affected.
The investigation will focus on identifying the direct and underlying factors that led to the derailment, with the aim of issuing safety recommendations to prevent a recurrence.
Commenting on the incident, the Director General of NSIB, Captain Alex Badeh Jr., said:”We deeply sympathise with all who sustained injuries.
The Bureau has deployed investigators to the site to ensure the root cause of this derailment is uncovered.
Our commitment is to ensure safer rail transport for Nigerians through a transparent and independent investigation.”The NSIB will provide updates as the investigation progresses.
Mrs Bimbo Olawumi OladejiDirector, Public Affairs and Family Assistance,Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau ###About NSIB:
“The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau is a multimodal transport agency charged with promoting transport safety and conducting objective, comprehensive, and accurate investigations into transport accidents and incidents in Nigeria. We aim to identify probable causes and advocate for safety improvements based on our findings” she said.
