Minister Of Transportation Constitutes Committee To Investigate Train Derailment

The Minister of Transportation, Sen. Said Ahmed Alkali, has taken a decisive action following a train derailment which occurred yesterday 26th August, 2025 at Jerre, while proceeding from Abuja-Kaduna, Nigeria.

According to a statement signed by Ministry of Transportation’s spokesperson, Janet McDickson Noah, the Minister has directed that a committee of all stakeholders be constituted to investigate the immediate and remote causes of the accident; make recommendations on how to prevent similar incidents in the future; and identify ways to enhance the safety and effectiveness of rail transportation in Nigeria.

While expressing concern about safety of life of passengers, the Hon. Minister has named the following as members of the committee:

Musa O. Ibrahim (DOOPST) Chairman

Prof. Danwaka Shuaibu STA (HMT) Member

Engr. Zirra Finbar D(RTS)         Member 

Barr. Omotola Olusegun D(Legal)  Member/ Secretary

Dr. Kayode Opeifa  (MD NRC)        Member 

Engr. I.A Ebuniwe (Inspector Railway)  Member  

Representative of Technics Engineering Architecture Marketing Nig. Ltd  Member

Representative of   CCECC Member 

Rep. of Civil Society Organization Member 

One male. Representing male Passengers Member One female.

Representing female Passengers Member