An unspecified number of passengers are feared dead after a train operating on the Warri–Itakpe corridor derailed on Monday.
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirmed the incident in a statement issued by its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Kayode Opeifa, saying emergency responders and relevant authorities have been deployed to the scene.
According to the NRC, rescue teams are currently managing the situation and providing necessary assistance to those affected.
“The Nigerian Railway Corporation confirms that an incident involving the Warri–Itakpe Train Service occurred today. Emergency response teams and relevant authorities are on the ground attending to the situation and offering the required support,” the statement said.
The corporation added that it is closely monitoring developments and promised to release a comprehensive statement once more details become available.
The exact cause of the derailment and the number of casualties have yet to be officially confirmed.