Local News

Abuja Train Crash Claims Life Of Victim As FCT Police Launch Investigation

THE Federal Capital Territory Police Command has commenced an investigation into the Thursday morning fatal train crash incident in Kubwa.

According to report, an Abuja-bound train had crashed into a moving car at Chikakore, in the Kubwa area of Abuja, leading to a breakdown of the train.

The train coaches were unmoved for over 40 minutes, while engineers worked on the train.

Reacting to the incident, FCT Police spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, said, “We are aware of the unfortunate incident of rail/motor fatal accident that happened at the Chikakore axis in the Kubwa area council of the FCT.

“Upon receipt of the information, police crime scene investigators attached to the Byazin Divisional Police Headquarters drifted swiftly to the scene, took charge of the situation, where the victim was confirmed dead by medical practitioners on the ground.

“Investigation has commenced by the railway division having jurisdiction over the track. Findings and safety tips already existing will soon be reiterated to ensure a non-repeat of such incidents.” CONTINUE READING…

VAM News

Recent Posts

Fayemi Hails Afenifere Leader Chief Fasoranti as a “Towering Symbol of Integrity” at 100

News Update Former Governor of Ekiti State and erstwhile Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum,…

6 hours ago

FCC Commissioner Eluyemi Pledges Transparency, Merit-Based Operations in Osun

THE Federal Commissioner representing Osun State at the Federal Character Commission, Hon. Eludayo Eluyemi, has…

7 hours ago

Osun agency steps up surveillance, vows to prosecute billboard vandals

THE Osun State Signage, Hoarding and Advertisement Agency, O'Signage, has strongly condemned the vandalisation of…

8 hours ago

Redeemer’s University Records Full Accreditation for Various Programmes in Latest NUC Exercise

News Update Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun State, has recorded an impressive performance in the latest…

12 hours ago

80 years of Purpose: How Olatunde Badmus Built Industry From Community Need

By: Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo Old age itself is a gift, but it turns into something…

21 hours ago

Osun APC Slams Accord for ‘Dirty Politics’ Over Ikire Killing, Calls For Police Probe

THE Osun state All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Election Campaign Council, has cautioned the Accord…

1 day ago