The Federal Government has disclosed that the cause of last week’s Abuja-Kaduna train derailment will be made public within 23 days.

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) confirmed it has commenced an independent probe into the incident, which occurred at Asham Train Station around 11:07 a.m. on August 26, 2025.

The ill-fated passenger service, coded AK1, departed Idu Station in Abuja at 9:45 a.m. with 583 passengers and crew on board. It made a scheduled stop at Kubwa Station at 10:04 a.m. before continuing its journey.

According to the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), five of the train’s eight coaches derailed shortly after passing a track switching point at Asham. The forward locomotive and two coaches overturned, while the rear locomotive and last coach remained on track.

Official figures confirmed that 12 passengers sustained minor to moderate injuries.

The Minister of Transportation, Said Ahmed Alkali, praised the quick intervention of emergency teams and security agencies.

“The emergency teams acted promptly to secure the site and ensure the safety of passengers,” he said.

The derailment, however, caused extensive damage to tracks, sleepers, and switching mechanisms, forcing a temporary suspension of services on the busy Abuja-Kaduna corridor.

Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, NSIB Director-General, Captain Alex Badeh, assured that the investigation would be impartial and comprehensive.

“Our team is conducting a thorough examination of the site, rolling stock, and operational records. Interviews with passengers, crew, and witnesses are ongoing. We aim to provide a comprehensive report within 23 days,” Badeh said.

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