By Sahel Reporters, Bauchi
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) North Central and North Eastern districts have sought enhanced military support to protect railway infrastructure during an advocacy visit to the Command of Operation Enduring Peace (OEP) in Jos.
This is contained in a statement signed by Mrs. Sefrem Felix, North East District Public Relations Officer (NEDPRO), and made available to journalists on Friday in Bauchi.
It said the visit, held on 18 November 2025, focused on deepening security collaboration with the military to curb persistent threats to railway tracks, materials, and facilities across both districts.
The delegation met with the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division and Commander of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), Major General Folusho Oyinlola, who was represented by the Chief of Staff, Col. Senlong Sule.
The NRC team comprised Mr. Wilson Obada, Railway District Manager (RDM), North Central District; Mr. Macellinus Zirra, RDM, North Eastern District;
ACP Jafar Shuaibu, Area Commander (NCD/NED); the Railway Divisional Police Officer (RDPO); and other senior officials.
According to the statement, the corporation appealed for stronger military backing to address rising cases of track vandalism, theft of railway materials, and other criminal activities that threaten smooth railway operations.
The delegation emphasized the need for intensified joint patrols, improved surveillance of vulnerable corridors, and quicker response mechanisms to counter security challenges.
They also requested continued support from OEP in retrieving, evacuating, and safeguarding railway materials located within the command’s operational jurisdiction, stressing that such collaboration is critical to protecting national infrastructure.
Responding, Col. Senlong Sule reaffirmed the commitment of Operation Enduring Peace to supporting the NRC,
He noted that the military recognizes the strategic importance of a secure railway system to national development and public safety.
He assured the delegation of sustained cooperation, including strengthened joint operations aimed at curbing vandalism and ensuring a safer environment for railway services across the North Central and North East regions.
