Ten people lost their lives in a horrific accident on the Kano-Hadejia Road in Jigawa State when a Toyota Hummer bus collided with a stationary trailer. The incident occurred on the evening of November 10th, around 9:30 p.m., in Yanfari village, Taura Local Government Area.
According to a statement from the Jigawa State Police Command, the bus, carrying eleven passengers and driven by 35-year-old Sani Mainasara from Hadejia LGA, was traveling from Kano to Hadejia when it crashed into a parked trailer with registration number RGN 180 ZC. The force of the collision caused the bus to overturn, resulting in the deaths of the driver and nine passengers on the spot.
“Upon receiving the tragic news, our patrol team from the Taura Division rushed to the scene. The bodies were swiftly evacuated to Hadejia General Hospital, where they were pronounced dead by the attending doctor,” said Lawan Adam, spokesperson for the Jigawa State Police Command.
One passenger survived the crash and is currently receiving treatment at Majia Primary Health Care Centre. “The survivor is responding to treatment,” Adam confirmed.
An investigation into the cause of the accident is underway, with authorities determined to determine if negligence played a role. “An investigation has begun, and anyone found guilty will face legal consequences,” Adam added.
The Jigawa State Police Command expressed its condolences to the families of the deceased and urged road users to exercise caution to prevent further tragedies.
