Train Carrying Water Pipe Derails In Kaduna

By AbdulGafar Alabelewe, Kaduna

A train loaded with water pipes heading to Zaria from Lagos derailed on Saturday evening at Unguwa Kanawa in Kaduna North local government area of Kaduna State.

Kaduna Police Command spokesman, ASP Mohammed Jalige, who confirmed the incident said, the train developed some faults and derailed.

He added no life was lost and no property damaged in the accident.

Jalige further stated security operatives have been deployed to secure the place and protect the pipes against possible vandalism.

Confirming the development, Kaduna Sector Commander of Federal Road Safety Corps, Hafiz Mohammed, described the accident as minor.

He added the railway headquarters has been contacted to send their technical team to the scene.

– The Nation