To ensure sanity in facilities on board the trains, MD NRC carries out unscheduled personal visit.

By Afolabi Oyekunle.

In response to recent public concerns over the condition of train facilities, particularly the functionality of onboard toilets on the Abuja-Kaduna Train Service (AKTS) the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa, on Friday 13th June 2025

paid an unscheduled inspection visit to the Idu Railway Station in Abuja.

A statement by the Acting Deputy Director Public Affairs Callistus UNYIMADU said

the visit was prompted by an article currently in circulation, which alleged that all toilets aboard the Abuja-Kaduna train service were non-functional.

Determined to verify the claims and uphold service standards, the NRC MD , Dr Kayode Opeifa boarded the train and moved from coach to coach to conduct a thorough on-the-spot assessment of the toilets and other facilities inside the coaches.

Opeifa was accompanied on the inspection by senior officials and technical staff of the corporation who provided insights into the state of the facilities, ongoing maintenance routines, and improvement plans.

NRC MD: Dr Kayode Opeifa

The Managing Director reaffirmed NRC commitment to ensuring safety, cleanliness, and comfort for all passengers across the national rail network.

According to him “We take all feedback seriously—whether from the media or passengers—and we are committed to transparency and continual improvement.

“Our visit is part of our resolve to ensure that passengers receive the highest standard of service.”

On the state of the facilities, the Managing Director commended the AKTS team and the cleaning services provider, for their efforts over the past five months, noting significant improvements.

He acknowledged that while most toilets are now functional, there is still room for improvement.

He implored customers to continue to support the Corporation’s revitalization efforts by making their concerns known through the available customer complaint channels for prompt attention.

Dr. Opeifa also urged NRC staff to adopt a more customer-friendly attitude, emphasizing that the Corporation remains committed to improving customer service delivery and enhancing overall passenger experience.

He assured the public that any identified deficiencies will be addressed swiftly and urged passengers to continue providing constructive feedback that will aid the Corporation in delivering a more efficient and reliable railway system.

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