A horrifying road traffic crash has claimed the lives of 21 individuals along the Zaria–Kano highway, sending shockwaves across the nation and drawing renewed calls for stricter road safety adherence.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kano Sector Command, confirmed the fatal collision occurred early Sunday morning at approximately 8:23 a.m., near Kasuwar Dogo, Dakatsalle. The crash involved a DAF Trailer (reg. no. GWL 422 ZE) and a Toyota Hummer Bus (reg. no. KMC 171 YM).
Preliminary investigations by the FRSC rescue team reveal the tragedy was triggered by a route violation by the bus driver, resulting in a devastating head-on collision with the trailer. The violent impact sparked a fire that consumed both vehicles.
Sector Commander, Corps Commander MB Bature, swiftly mobilized emergency response, alerting both federal and state fire services while dispatching FRSC rescue teams to the scene. Despite the rapid response, the fire proved deadly.
Of the 24 persons involved:
- 21 were confirmed dead, their bodies burned beyond recognition.
- 3 others survived but sustained varying degrees of injuries and are currently receiving treatment at Garun Malam General Hospital.
The charred remains of the deceased have been deposited at the Nassarawa Hospital Mortuary in Kano, while authorities worked urgently to contact next of kin.
In a coordinated effort between FRSC and the Nigeria Police, the wreckage was cleared using FRSC’s Rs1.2 Tow Truck, and normal traffic flow has since resumed along the highway.
Reacting to the tragic incident, Sector Commander Bature expressed profound sorrow:
“This is a painful and avoidable loss. Our prayers are with the families of the victims. We urge all drivers to obey traffic rules and avoid reckless practices like route violations and night driving.”
He reiterated FRSC’s commitment to ensuring safer roads, calling on motorists to remain vigilant and law-abiding.
The FRSC has promised to intensify patrols and public education campaigns as part of its ongoing mission to reduce road carnage nationwide.
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