Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC)
No fewer than three passengers were feared dead on Monday evening after the Warri-Itakpe train reportedly derailed in Agbor, Delta State.
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirmed the incident in a statement signed by its Managing Director, Mr. Kayode Opeifa.
The corporation said it had immediately activated rescue and emergency response operations, assuring that all passengers on board had been accounted for.
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“Sadly, three fatalities have been confirmed at this time,” the statement said.
The statement further read: “Relevant authorities continue to assess the full circumstances surrounding the incident, while support is being provided to affected passengers.
“The thoughts and prayers of all Nigerians are with the victims and their loved ones.
“Members of the public are advised to rely only on verified information and official updates from the Nigerian Railway Corporation as investigations and response efforts.”
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The PunchIndependentCenter12 days agoThree people died when a train traveling between Warri and Itakpe derailed. The Nigerian Railway Corporation has confirmed the incident and is conducting rescue efforts.
Bias read (Center): The article reports a factual event with no apparent ideological framing. It provides minimal detail but does not show clear bias in language, sourcing, or emphasis.
The Guardian NigeriaIndependentCenter12 days agoThree passengers were feared dead after the Warri-Itakpe train derailed in Agbor, Delta State. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirmed the incident and stated that three fatalities had been confirmed. Rescue and emergency operations were activated, and the NRC assured that all passengers had been accounted for. The statement urged the public to rely on verified information and official updates.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on a train derailment and its aftermath without taking a stance on any political issue. It provides factual details about the incident, including confirmation from the Nigerian Railway Corporation, and does not include biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing.
Official sources cited
- organisation Statement by the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC)
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