Three killed in Warri-Itakpe train derailment in Delta

A passenger train derailed in southern Nigeria on Monday, June 8, 2026, killing at least three people and injuring others. The incident involved the Warri-Itakpe Train Service and occurred near Agbor in Delta State's Ika North East Local Government Area.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation confirmed the derailment in a statement from its Managing Director, Kayode Opeifa, noting that four coaches left the track. Emergency response teams were immediately deployed to the scene to manage the situation and provide assistance to affected passengers. A subsequent update from the Presidency confirmed three fatalities.

The train was traveling from Agbor station toward Itakpe station in Kogi State when the derailment happened. While the official cause remains under investigation, an unnamed source suggested the accident may be linked to recent vandalism of the Warri-Itakpe rail track, which had previously caused service suspensions.

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau is leading the official inquiry. A team led by the agency's Director-General was scheduled to arrive in Asaba on Tuesday, June 9, to commence its investigation. Authorities have urged the public to rely only on verified...