Following the report of the Abuja-Kaduna train derailment, Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has directed the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and the Ministry of Local Government Affairs to mobilise for immediate evacuation, profiling and treatment of the victims from the scene of the accident.
While expressing deep concern over the train incident, Governor Sani said SEMA was tasked with evacuating stranded passengers, providing emergency assistance, and ensuring that all victims received prompt medical attention where necessary.
In a statement issued by the commissioner designate, Ministry of Information, Malam Ahmed Maiyaki, the state government called on residents to remain calm and go about their normal activities, assuring the public that the situation is under control.
“The governor has instructed that every necessary support be extended to passengers to minimise the impact of this unfortunate incident. Any injured persons are to be treated immediately, while emergency psycho-social support and medical support are being provided to affected victims,” Maiyaki said.
“Governor Uba Sani sympathises with the passengers and their families over this regrettable occurrence and reaffirms the government’s commitment to the safety and well-being of all residents and visitors,” the statement added.
The statement further said that investigations are ongoing to ascertain the immediate cause of the derailment, adding that the state government is closely monitoring the situation in collaboration with relevant federal authorities and security agencies.
