18 passengers killed in road accident in Bauchi
At least 18 passengers have died in a road accident in Nabardo community, Toro local government area, Bauchi state, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said Thursday in a press release.
The FRSC sector commander in the state, Yusuf Abdullahi, said 21 passengers were involved in the accident and that 18 of them suffered burns from an explosion after the collision of a bus with an articulated trailer.
Mr. Abdullahi said the accident involved a Toyota Hiace bus and a trailer. He said three people aboard the trailer survived the crash.
The accident happened at 4:40 p.m. Wednesday, the official said.
“21 people were involved in the road accident and there were 18 adult men and three children. 18 people who were all inside the Toyota Hiace bus were burned beyond recognition when the vehicle caught fire after a head-on collision with the trailer,” Mr. Abdullahi said.
Mr. Abdullahi also said that the police immediately carried out a mass burial for the victims.
He said the accident was allegedly caused by overspeeding which resulted in a head-on collision between the two vehicles.
Mr. Abdullahi advised road users to always be aware of traffic rules and regulations when traveling the roads.
He urged vehicle owners and drivers to ensure they have good tires, average speed, routine vehicle maintenance and a good frame of mind while driving.
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At least 18 passengers have died in a road accident in Nabardo community, Toro local government area, Bauchi state, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said Thursday in a press release.
The FRSC sector commander in the state, Yusuf Abdullahi, said 21 passengers were involved in the accident and that 18 of them suffered burns from an explosion after the collision of a bus with an articulated trailer.
Mr. Abdullahi said the accident involved a Toyota Hiace bus and a trailer. He said three people aboard the trailer survived the crash.
The accident happened at 4:40 p.m. Wednesday, the official said.
“21 people were involved in the road accident and there were 18 adult men and three children. 18 people who were all inside the Toyota Hiace bus were burned beyond recognition when the vehicle caught fire after a head-on collision with the trailer,” Mr. Abdullahi said.
Mr. Abdullahi also said that the police immediately carried out a mass burial for the victims.
He said the accident was allegedly caused by overspeeding which resulted in a head-on collision between the two vehicles.
Mr. Abdullahi advised road users to always be aware of traffic rules and regulations when traveling the roads.
He urged vehicle owners and drivers to ensure they have good tires, average speed, routine vehicle maintenance and a good frame of mind while driving.
Support the integrity and credibility journalism of PREMIUM TIMES Good journalism costs a lot of money. Yet only good journalism can guarantee the possibility of a good society, an accountable democracy and a transparent government. For free and continued access to the best investigative journalism in the country, we ask that you consider providing modest support to this noble endeavour. By contributing to PREMIUM TIMES, you help sustain relevant journalism and keep it free and accessible to everyone.Donate
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