President Bola Tinubu has said that he awaits full briefing on the incident of the derailment of the Abuja–Kaduna train to ensure swift action and support for all those affected.
In a post on his official X handle, the president commiserated with the passengers of the train.
Recall that the train derailed on Tuesday along the Kaduna corridor shortly after the it left Abuja at about 11 am, en route to Kaduna.
According to him necessary steps were expected to be taken to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
“Even while in Brazil, I have received reports of today’s (Tuesday’s) Abuja–Kaduna train derailment.
"I am deeply saddened by this incident. My heartfelt prayers are with the injured, their families, and all passengers who went through this distressing experience.
“The NRC is already addressing the situation, and necessary steps are expected to be taken to prevent similar occurrences in the future, President Tinubu stated on Tuesday," he said.
