Kano Times

January 20, 2026

Passengers scramble to safety as Abuja-Kaduna train derails

A passenger train traveling from Abuja to Kaduna derailed on Tuesday morning, leaving several carriages overturned and sparking panic among passengers on board.

According to Arise News, the incident occurred along the corridor shortly after the train departed Abuja around 11 a.m. en route to Kaduna.

Witnesses said the scene was chaotic, with passengers scrambling to safety in fear and confusion.

The cause of the derailment remains unclear, and there has been no official confirmation of injuries or casualties.

Reports indicated that military personnel were deployed to the site to assist in evacuating stranded passengers.

As of the time of filing this report, authorities have yet to release an official statement regarding the incident.

More details soon…

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