NRC speaks on vandalization of equipment on Lagos- Ibadan train corridor

By Chiazo Ogbolu

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has assured that train movement on the Lagos-Ibadan corridor will continue without interruption case of vandalism recorded in the Standard Gauge corridor between Agege and Agbado Stations.

The Chief Public Relations Officer, Mr Callistus Unyimadu, said this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos while confirming the discovery of another case of vandalism on the Lagos-Ibadan rail line.

According to the statement, the vandals stole vital signaling including signal machine cap protectors and connection cables on Switch Point Machine No. 2 on Standard Gauge corridor between Agege and Agbado Stations.

He said the vandalism of the equipment was discovered on Monday, 6 October.

“The corporation disclosed that some unknown persons had tampered with vital signalling components along the corridor.

“The vandalised items include the removal of signal machine cap protectors and the cutting of connection cables on Switch Point Machine No. 2.

“The damage was discovered during a routine inspection on Monday, Oct. 6,” he said.

Unyimadu said the corporation strongly condemned these acts of sabotage against national infrastructure.

He added that such actions not only disrupt smooth train operations but also pose serious safety risks to both passengers and railway staff.

“However, NRC assures the general public that train movement on the Lagos-Ibadan corridor was not obstructed and operations have continued without interruption.

“Security agencies have been notified to investigate and apprehend those responsible.

“The Corporation reiterates its unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and reliability of rail operations nationwide,” he said .

He added that the corporation called on members of the public, especially communities along railway corridors, to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities around railway facilities.

(NAN)