Warri - Itakpe Train Service Resumes October 29, NRC Announces

                         
The Nigerian Railway Corporation, NRC, has announced that the Warri - Itakpe Train Service, WITS, will resume operations on Wednesday October 29.                            

The NRC, made the disclosure in a statement released on its X handle Sunday October 26.                                       According to the statement which was credited to the Chief Public Relations Officer of NRC, Callistus Unyimadu, the operations will commence with seven coaches, comprising six standard class and one business class.                        

 
 "The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC wishes to inform the general public that the Warri- Itakpe Train Service (WITS) will officially resume operations on Wednesday, 29th October
 2025, after a temporary suspension of train service.
 

"The temporary suspension was necessary to carry out critical repairs, maintenance, and system checks on the track and rolling stock to ensure the comfort, reliability and safety of passengers.

 "The online booking portal will opened by 12 noon on Monday, October 27, 2025, about 48 hours ahead of resumption, via https://nrc-fane.ng . 

"Passengers are encouraged to secure their tickets early through the portal or at designated stations.

"Operations will commence with seven coaches, comprising six standard class and one business class. 

"The train timetable, incorporating temporary speed restrictions (TSR) for safety and operational monitoring, will also be released on Monday.

"The Corporation sincerely apologizes to its esteemed passengers and stakeholders for the inconveniences experienced during the period of suspension and appreciates their patience and understanding.
 
The Managing Director, Dr. Kayode Opeifa, assures the travelling public of the NRC's renewed commitment to safe, reliable, and efficient rail services as passenger operations resume fully on
 the Warri-Itakpe corridor," the statement, noted.

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