Independence Day good offer as Abuja-Kaduna Passenger Train Services resumes October 1st.

By Afolabi Oyekunle

The much awaited resumption of suspended Abuja-Kaduna Train Services is to begin on Independence Day, October 1st.

This is according to a statement released by NRC Chief Public Relations Officer, Callistus Unyimadu .

The service was suspended following the incident of August 26, 2025 as a result of derailment of the train

NRC says the commercial service resumption is as a result of the successful completion of all required safety, technical, and operational checks and underscores the Corporation’s commitment to ensuring smooth, reliable, and secure train services for the traveling public.

"In line with our priority on passenger welfare after the August 26, 2025 incident, NRC wishes to state that:

Out of the 583 passengers on board, 530 passengers were contacted by phone, out of which 512 have successfully received refunds.

All 22 injured passengers have been contacted, many visited by our medical team, and will enjoy one free ride per week until December 31, 2025.

All 618 people on board during the August 26, 2025 accident will be entitled to one free ride before December 31, 2025."

Below is the Time Table for Abuja-Kaduna Train Service

Abuja – Kaduna

IDU: 8.45

Kubwa: 9.05

Rigassa: 12.42 (Arrive)

Kaduna – Abuja

RIgassa: 14.30

Kubwa: 18.02

IDU: 18.23 (Arrive)

According to the release every Wednesday has been scheduled as maintenance for the Train Service.

"The Corporation appreciates the patience and understanding of all Nigerians especially train passengers during the period of the suspension and reaffirms its commitment to providing safe, reliable, affordable, efficienawt, secured and more customer-friendly train transportation alternatives across the country."

NRC MD: Dr Kayode Opeifa

NRC reiterated its commitment to deliver safe, affordable, and efficient rail transportation that supports national connectivity and economic growth.

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