Warri-Itakpe Train Service Suspended Over ‘Unforeseen Technical Challenges’

Warri-Itakpe train service has been suspended by the Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC) temporarily over what it described as “unforeseen technical challenges”.

This was confirmed in a public announcement released on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 where NRC stated its service was abruptly cancelled on Tuesday, July 15.

The suspension, according to the corporation, is necessary to allow its engineering team to carry out urgent repairs and ensure the safe resumption of the service, which connects several communities across Delta, Edo, and Kogi states.

NRC urged passengers to monitor its official communication channels for updates, while assuring that all efforts are being made to restore service “promptly and safely.”

The statement reads, “The Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC) regrets to inform the general public and our esteemed passengers that the Warri-Itakpe Train Service was cancelled and temporarily suspended on Tuesday, July 15, and Wednesday, July 16, 2025, due to unforeseen technical challenges.

“This suspension is necessary to allow our engineering team to urgently address and resolve the issues. Please be assured that efforts are ongoing to restore services promptly and safely.

“We understand the inconvenience this may cause and sincerely apologise to all our valued passengers. Your safety and comfort remain our top priority.”

“We encourage the public to stay updated by following our official communication channels for the latest information on service resumption,” the NRC added.

The NRC did not disclose the exact nature of the technical problems affecting the rail service.

The Warri-Itakpe route, part of the Standard Gauge railway line, has been a major corridor for travellers and freight operators since it resumed full operations under the Muhammadu Buhari administration.