16 killed, 52 injured in Kano road crash

A tragic road accident at the Muhammadu Buhari Interchange Flyover in Hotoro, Kano, has claimed the lives of 16 people and left 52 others injured.
The fatal crash, which occurred at approximately 9:50 p.m. on Tuesday along the Kano-Maiduguri Road, involved a DAF trailer carrying goods and passengers.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kano Sector Command, attributed the accident to overspeeding and dangerous driving, which led to a loss of control under the bridge.
Confirming the incident, the Public Relations Officer of the FRSC Kano Sector Command, Abdullahi Labaran, stated: “Our rescue team, in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force, swiftly responded to the scene to carry out emergency operations and restore traffic flow.”
He disclosed that 71 people were involved in the crash, with 52 sustaining various degrees of injuries. The victims were promptly evacuated to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital for urgent medical attention.
Reacting to the tragedy, the Sector Commander of the FRSC Kano, CC UM Matazu, extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and wished the injured a speedy recovery.
He also emphasised the dangers of overloading trailers with passengers, goods, and animals.
“We strongly warn drivers against such dangerous practices, which significantly increase the risk of fatal crashes,” Matazu stated.
Meanwhile, an FRSC investigation team has been deployed to further probe the circumstances surrounding the crash. The obstruction caused by the accident has since been cleared, restoring the free flow of traffic in the area.
The FRSC urged motorists to comply with traffic regulations to prevent further loss of
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