The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) announced on Sunday that the Warri–Itakpe Train Service (WITS) will resume operations on Wednesday, 29 October 2025.
The NRC’s Chief Public Relations Officer, Callistus Unyimadu, disclosed this in a statement issued weeks after the corporation suspended train operations along the route.
According to the corporation, the temporary suspension allowed engineers to carry out essential repairs, system checks, and maintenance on the tracks and rolling stock to improve passenger safety and service reliability.
“The temporary suspension enabled us to conduct critical repairs, maintenance, and system checks on the tracks and rolling stock to ensure the comfort, reliability, and safety of our passengers,” the statement read.
Unyimadu stated that the resumption reflects the NRC’s commitment to providing safe and efficient train services while upholding the highest operational standards.
He further announced that the online booking portal will reopen at 12 noon on Monday, 27 October 2025, ahead of the service resumption. Passengers are encouraged to book their tickets via https://nrc-fane.ng or at designated stations.
While apologising to travellers and stakeholders for the inconvenience caused by the suspension, Unyimadu expressed appreciation for the public’s patience and understanding during the maintenance period.
“The Corporation sincerely apologises to its valued passengers and stakeholders for the inconveniences experienced during the suspension and appreciates their patience and understanding,” the statement added.
Full Statement:
PRESS RELEASE
WARRI–ITAKPE TRAIN SERVICE RESUMES WEDNESDAY, 29 OCTOBER 2025
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) wishes to inform the general public that the Warri–Itakpe Train Service (WITS) will officially resume operations on Wednesday, 29 October 2025, following a temporary suspension of service.
The suspension allowed the Corporation to undertake critical repairs, maintenance, and system checks on the track and rolling stock to ensure passenger comfort, reliability, and safety.
The online booking portal will reopen at 12 noon on Monday, 27 October 2025 — about 48 hours before resumption — via https://nrc-fane.ng. Passengers are advised to secure their tickets early through the portal or at designated stations.
Train operations will commence with seven coaches, comprising six standard class and one business class. A new timetable, incorporating temporary speed restrictions (TSR) for safety and operational monitoring, will also be released on Monday.
The Corporation sincerely apologises to its esteemed passengers and stakeholders for the inconveniences experienced during the suspension and thanks them for their patience and understanding.
The Managing Director, Dr Kayode Opeifa, assures the travelling public of the NRC’s renewed commitment to providing safe, reliable, and efficient rail services as passenger operations resume fully on the Warri–Itakpe corridor.
Signed:
Callistus Unyimadu
Chief Public Relations Officer
For: Management