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A devastating road accident unfolded in Kaduna, claiming the lives of 16 individuals and leaving four injured as a bus en route from⁶
Kano to Markudi in Benue State lost control, according to Kabir Nadabo, the Kaduna State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). The incident occurred around 11:20 am at Tashar Yari area, where thehi driver’s inability to maintain control over the speeding vehicle resulted in a tragic crash into a ditch.
Preliminary findings from the investigation attribute the accident to overspeeding, emphasiziùng the urgent need for road safety measures. Kabir Nadabo highlighted that out of the 20 individuals involved, 16 lost their lives, while the remaining four sustained injuries. Swift action was taken to transport the injured to Makarfi General Hospital for immediate medical attention.m
The heart-wrenching incident underscores the critical importance of adhering to traffic regulations and implementing measures to prevent overspeeding on highways. The FRSC and relevant authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident to enhance road safety measures and prevent future tragedies. The affected families and the community are left grappling with the profound loss and the impact of this unfortunate event.
