Warri-Itakpe train derails, four coaches affected — NRC

Author: Folarin KehindePublished on: June 8, 2026Country: Nigeria

Society & Lifestyle

Warri-Itakpe train derails, four coaches affected — NRC

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirmed that four coaches of the Warri-Itakpe Train Service derailed on Monday. Managing Director Kayode Opeifa stated that emergency response teams are at the scene. The cause of the derailment and possible casualties have not yet been disclosed.

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