NRC increases Abuja–Kaduna train trips from March 6

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has increased the number of trips on the Abuja-Kaduna Train Service (AKTS) corridor in response to growing passenger demand.

The Chief Public Relations Officer of NRC, Mr Callistus Unyimadu, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos.

Unyimadu said the new timetable would take effect on Friday, March 6, and was aimed at providing more travel options, enhancing operational flexibility, and strengthening service delivery on the busy route.

“The corridor earlier experienced operational disruptions following the March 28, 2022 bomb blast and the Aug. 26, 2025 derailment.

“This led to a reduction in rolling stock from three to one, the introduction of Temporary Speed Restrictions (TSR) for safety, and an adjustment in the number of daily trips.

“With stability now restored and in response to sustained passenger demand, the corporation has expanded services to better meet commuters’ expectations, in addition to the earlier relaxation of some temporary speed restrictions,” he said.

He said that under the revised schedule, passengers travelling between Idu and Rigasa would enjoy three trips on Fridays and Sundays, as well as on Saturdays and Mondays.

He added that two trips would continue to operate on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

“Specifically, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, the Idu–Rigasa service departs Idu at 8.45 a.m. and returns from Rigasa at 2.30 p.m.

“On Fridays and Sundays, three trips operate, with departures from Idu at 7.45 a.m. and 3.15 p.m., and from Rigasa at 11.30 a.m.

“On Saturdays and Mondays, services depart Rigasa at 7.15 a.m. and 3.00 p.m., and from Idu at 11.00 a.m., with all trains making scheduled stops at Kubwa,” he said.

He advised passengers to take note of the new timetable and plan their journeys accordingly.

Unyimadu reiterated that the NRC remains committed to improving capacity, reliability, safety, and the overall passenger experience across its network.