The House of Representatives has summoned the Minister of Transportation, Sai’du Akali, over the frequent derailments of trains, particularly on the Abuja-Kaduna line.
The House also directed its Committee on Transportation to investigate the derailments following a motion moved by Umar Ajilo member representing the Makarfi/Kudan constituency. In the motion, Mr Ajilo said the frequency of derailments on the Abuja-Kaduna line has become worrisome.
He stated that the Abuja-Kaduna train derailed on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, and had earlier derailed in May 2024.
The House, therefore, resolved that the minister and other stakeholders must explain to Nigerians the reasons behind the repeated derailments and the measures taken to prevent further occurrences of these unfortunate incidents. The House also mandated its Committee on Land Transportation to investigate within four weeks.