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13/08/2026

Nigeria Railway Tourism Initiative: The Four — No One Fights Alone

The big banger is coming in 2026! 🎬🚆

Funke Akindele is set to bring The Four — No One Fights Alone to life, with the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) featuring as part of this exciting new chapter in Nigeria’s entertainment and railway tourism story.

This is more than filmmaking—it is an opportunity to showcase Nigeria’s railway heritage, stations, journeys and destinations to millions of viewers while connecting transportation, tourism, culture and entertainment.

The collaboration demonstrates how the railway can become not only a means of transportation, but also a platform for tourism, storytelling and economic opportunities.

🎬 The Four — No One Fights Alone
🚆 NRC — We MoooooVe!
🇳🇬 Value What You Have.

2026 is looking bigger, bolder and more exciting for Nigeria Railway Tourism!

03/08/2026

The Renewed Hope Agenda is creating a new direction for Nigeria’s railway sector. Our duty is to ensure that the people who will operate, maintain and manage this emerging railway network are equally prepared for the opportunities and challenges ahead.

The tracks are being laid. The future is being built. The next chapter of Nigerian railway is coming.

Let every railway worker get ready—learn, improve, work harder and embrace the new experience.

Kano to Katsina. Kano to Dutse. Kano to Maradi. A new railway era is on the horizon. 🇳🇬🚆

Renewed Hope. New Tracks. New Opportunities. A New Nigerian Railway.

02/08/2026

02/08/2026

🚆 Kano–Maradi Railway: A New Era of Connectivity!

From Kano to Danbatta, Kazaure, Daura, Mashi, Katsina, Jibiya and Maradi—this project is about connecting communities, boosting trade, creating jobs and opening new opportunities.

Nigeria Railway today, prosperity tomorrow. 🇳🇬🚆

17/07/2026

VANDALISATION: Dr KAYODE OPEIFA VOWS NRC WILL SUSTAIN SECURITY COLLABORATION WITH POLICE, OTHERS.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation Managing Director, Dr Kayode Opeifa, has pledged to sustain greater collaboration with the Nigerian Police Force and other security operatives on the protection of railway assets which he described as a critical national infrastructure.

Dr Opeifa stated this on Friday, during a courtesy visit to the Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, CP Olugbenga Ayodeji Abimbola.

The Managing Director, who was accompanied by the Commissioner of Police, Nigeria Railway Police Command, CP Lasisi Titilola, was to assure the Oyo Police Command of the determination of the Corporation to prosecute all suspects caught in the vandalism act to serve as deterrence to others.

In a recent successful operation, the Oyo State Police Command, arrested three suspected railway vandals and the recovery of stolen railway materials valued at approximately ₦200 million. The suspects were intercepted through an intelligence-led operation while allegedly transporting vandalized railway materials from Niger State to Lagos.

Dr. Opeifa applauded the professionalism, vigilance, and swift response of the Oyo State Police Command and the Nigeria Railway Police Command in combating railway vandalism. He described the operation as a significant step in safeguarding Nigeria’s railway infrastructure and protecting public investment.

The Managing Director reaffirmed the Corporation’s commitment to deepening collaboration with security agencies, state governments, host communities, and other stakeholders to eliminate acts of vandalism, theft, and sabotage that threaten railway operations across the country.

He further urged members of the public to continue supporting security agencies by providing credible and timely information that will assist in protecting railway facilities and other critical national assets.

“The Nigerian Railway Corporation remains committed to delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable rail transportation while working closely with relevant stakeholders to ensure the security and preservation of the nation’s railway infrastructure,” Dr Opeifa said.

The Managing Director also paid a working visit to the Nigerian Railway Western District Headquarters, Dugbe, Ibadan, where he was warmly received by the Regional District Manager (RDM), Mrs. Naomi Itajobi, alongside management and staff of the district.

Addressing railway staff, Dr. Opeifa commended them for their resilience in sustaining railway operations. He urged every member of staff to remain focused, disciplined, and committed to delivering efficient, safe, and customer-oriented rail services.

He emphasized that the success of the Corporation’s ongoing transformation depends on teamwork, professionalism, accountability, and unwavering commitment from all employees.

In further demonstration of his commitment to staff engagement and inclusive leadership, Dr. Opeifa announced that the Corporation’s Third Quarter Town Hall Meeting which provides an opportunity for management and staff to interact directly, exchange ideas, and discuss initiatives aimed at improving the Corporation’s performance would be held at Ibadan.

He thereafter paid an assessment visit to the Nigerian Police Railway Command Area Headquarters, and the Nigerian Railway Medical Centre, all within the Western District complex.

Earlier, the Oyo State Police Commissioner CP Abimbola urged the National Assembly to review all extant laws relating to vandalism of national infrastructure and give the stiffest of penalties to offenders to serve as deterrence to criminals.

He warned all criminals, especially vandals to stay away from Oyo State as he would stop at nothing to crack them and bring them to book and ensure that anyone caught would be prosecuted.

He said the suspects and the exhibits recovered in the latest arrest would be handed over to the Railway Police Command for necessary prosecution.

15/07/2026

BREAKING: Oyo Police Bust Railway Vandal Syndicate, Recover ₦200m Tracks

The Oyo State Police Command has arrested 3 suspected railway vandals and recovered rail tracks worth about ₦200 million in an intelligence-led operation.

The suspects are Waheed Ayinde, 54, Muhammed Sani, 27, and Hassan Ibrahim, 22

They were intercepted on July 14, 2026 in Gambari, Orile-Igbon, Oyo State with a large quantity of vandalized tracks and a HOWO truck with reg. no. CAL 972 XA used to convey the items.

According to Police PRO DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, investigations show the tracks were stolen from Niger State and were being moved to Lagos, with Ogbomoso used as a hideout.

The arrest followed credible tips from the public. The Command Monitoring Unit moved in before the materials could be moved further.

Investigations are ongoing to track other members of the syndicate. Police say efforts to safeguard critical national infrastructure will continue.

10/07/2026

NRC Concludes 2-Day SOP Review to Enhance Safety and Service Delivery*

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) on Thursday concluded a two-day Executive Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Review and Familiarization retreat aimed at improving safety, operational efficiency, accountability, and customer service.

The Managing Director, Dr. Kayode Opeifa, who was represented by the Head of the Business Process Efficiency and Due Diligence (BuPED) Desk, Mr. Oyekunle Oyewole, declared the workshop open. He restated the Corporation’s commitment to building a modern railway system guided by practical, enforceable, and globally aligned SOPs.

The retreat commenced aboard the Lagos–Ibadan Train Service conference coach en route to Abeokuta. It brought together Directors, senior management staff, and the BuPED team to review over 150 SOPs across key operational and administrative departments.

Participants agreed that well-structured SOPs will boost safety, minimize operational risks, improve efficiency, ensure compliance, and promote a culture of excellence within the Corporation.

The exercise underscores NRC’s commitment to institutional reforms and its goal of providing safer, more reliable, and customer-focused rail services for Nigerians.

03/07/2026

NRC Grants LAMATA 15-Year Rail Operating Licence for Lagos Red, Blue Lines.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation [NRC] has granted the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority [LAMATA] a 15-year rail operating licence.

The licence covers the Lagos Red Line, Blue Line, and all other rail lines to be developed within the licence period.

The disclosure was contained in a statement issued by LAMATA on Tuesday.

The approval also includes a long-term Track Access Agreement. This allows LAMATA to continue operating on NRC’s railway corridor and simplifies the regulatory process for future rail projects.

Read more: http://www.nairametrics.com

03/07/2026

NRC Seeks Strategic Global Partnerships to Boost Rail Development.

The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation [NRC], Dr. Kayode Opeifa, has called for stronger international partnerships and increased investments to accelerate the transformation of Nigeria’s railway sector.

He said rail transportation should be positioned as a catalyst for sustainable economic growth, regional integration, and national competitiveness.

Dr. Opeifa made the call while delivering a keynote presentation at the 10th Nigeria–EU Business Forum 2026 in Lagos. He was one of the distinguished speakers at the thematic session on _“Sustainable Transport in Nigeria – Global Gateway Opportunities for Partnerships.

Source: https://dailytrust.com/nrc-seeks-strategic-global-partnerships-to-boost-rail-development/