NRC Reports Vandalism On Lagos–Ibadan Rail Line
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has reported another case of vandalism along the Lagos–Ibadan Standard Gauge corridor, this time between Agege and Agbado stations.
In a statement signed by the Chief Public Relations Officer, Callistus Unyimadu, the Corporation disclosed that unknown persons tampered with vital signalling components along the route.
The vandalised items include signal machine cap protectors and connection cables on Switch Point Machine No. 2.
According to the statement, the damage was discovered during a routine inspection on Monday, October 6, 2025.
Unyimadu stated, “The vandalised items include the removal of signal machine cap protectors and the cutting of connection cables on Switch Point Machine No. 2. The damage was discovered during a routine inspection on Monday, 6th October 2025.
“The Corporation strongly condemns these acts of sabotage against national infrastructure, stressing that such actions not only disrupt smooth train operations but also pose serious safety risks to both passengers and railway staff.
“However, NRC assures the general public that train movement on the Lagos-lbadan corridor was not obstructed and operations have continued without interruption.
“Security agencies have been notified to investigate and apprehend those responsible.
“The Corporation reiterates its unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and reliability of rail operations nationwide and calls on members of the public, especially communities along railway corridors, to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities around railway facilities,” Unyimadu added.
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