Port Harcourt-Aba train service resumes Tuesday, says NRC

The suspended Port Harcourt-Aba train services will resume operation on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.

The services were suspended following a breakdown of the train at Imo River on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at about 16:22 hrs.

This is according to a statement signed by District Public Relations Officer, Eastern District, Dr. Onyedikachi S. Onovo.

According to the NRC, the train, which was en route from Aba to Port Harcourt, suddenly developed an unusual fault and ceased functioning. “Despite the best efforts of our engineers to revive the locomotive, the fault persisted. Consequently, an alternative engine, Loco 2306, was quickly deployed to rescue the stranded train.

“While some passengers chose to take alternative routes to their destinations, others were conveyed back safely.”

According to Onovo, the train was returned to Port Harcourt and is currently undergoing thorough repairs to ensure it is fit to resume service in line with our enhanced quality control.

All passengers affected by the disruption are advised to visit NRC stations in Port Harcourt or Aba, bringing evidence of payment, for a possible refund or replacement train ride.

“NRC management reiterates its commitment to transforming the Corporation under the Renewed Hope Agenda and our Rail revitalisation programme, ensuring safer, more reliable, and customer-friendly rail services across the country.

“NRC regrets the inconveniences experienced by its esteemed passengers on that day,” he said.