**26 People Injured in Abuja-Kaduna Train Accident - Report** A recent train accident on the Abuja-Kaduna route has left 26 people injured. The incident occurred on Monday morning when the Kaduna-Abuja train collided with one of its passenger coaches. The accident happened around kilometre 50-51, between the Rigasa station in Kaduna and the Asham station. According to the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), the train had departed Rigasa station at 7:15 a.m. and was approaching the Asham station at 9:16 a.m. when the loud bang was heard. The report by the NRC Managing Director, Kayode Opeifa, indicates that the collision was likely caused by a fault in one of the train's couplers, although investigations are ongoing. Fortunately, there was no derailment in the incident, and the affected components were detached from the train before the journey resumed. The train was able to complete its trip, albeit 38 minutes behind schedule. This accident is not the first of its kind along the Abuja-Kaduna route. In August 2025, a train derailed while travelling to Kaduna, resulting in 618 people being successfully evacuated from the train. Seven passengers sustained injuries in that incident. The latest accident occurred despite efforts by the NRC to improve the safety of its trains and routes. The corporation has been working to upgrade its infrastructure and enhance passenger safety. In the aftermath of the accident, 481 people on board the train, including 429 passengers, crew members, security personnel, vendors, and support staff, were accounted for. The injured passengers have received medical attention, and an investigation into the incident is ongoing. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of ensuring the safety and security of passengers on our rail network. The NRC has assured the public that it will take necessary steps to prevent such incidents in the future.