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The Digest:

In a move to restore confidence and provide redress following a disruptive incident, the national rail service has announced a compensatory package for affected passengers. According to a statement from the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), those injured in the recent derailment will receive free weekly travel until year-end

Key Points:

  • The NRC will resume commercial operations on the Abuja-Kaduna corridor on October 1.
  • Passengers injured in the August 26 train accident will get one free ride per week until December 31.
  • All 618 passengers on board during the incident are entitled to one free trip before the year ends.
  • The corporation has completed refunds for 512 of the 583 passengers on board.
  • A new timetable has been released, with the service undergoing maintenance every Wednesday.
  • The derailment was attributed to human error and overspeeding.
  • The NRC reaffirmed its commitment to safe, reliable, and affordable rail transportation.
This initiative represents a critical step in rebuilding public trust, demonstrating accountability while working to re-establish the railway as a dependable artery for national connectivity.

Sources: TheCable