The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, has deployed armed guards and anti-bomb squad to protect the Abuja – Kaduna train.
This was disclosed by the force spokesperson Olumuyiwa Adejobi in a statement on Sunday.
He said the officers were drawn from the Police Mobile Force, K-9, Force Intelligence Bureau, Explosive Ordnance Unit and Railway Police Command.
The Abuja – Kaduna train service resumes on Monday after a eight months hiatus resulting from terror attack that led to the death of nine passengers, injuring 30, and abduction of 60 others.
The statement reads, “The Nigeria Police Force has been in regular talks with the Nigerian Railway Corporation and other security agencies in preparation for the commencement of operations.
“The deployment covers major railway stations along the route and operational coaches to provide adequate security for passengers, their property and the entire service in order to prevent any unforseen incidence.
“The IGP therefore assures the general public, especially intending passengers, of adequate protection of lives and property, as all hands are on deck to fortify the railway services along the route and other rail lines across the country.”
