WATCH THE VIDEO HERE TEN people lost their lives in Jigawa State when a Toyota Hummer bus collided with a parked trailer along the Kano-Hadejia Road in Yanfari village, Taura Local Government Area. The accident occurred on the evening of November 10th, at approximately 9:30 p.m., as reported by 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 struck a stationary trailer with registration number RGN 180 ZC. The impact caused the bus to overturn, killing the driver and nine passengers instantly. “Upon receiving the tragic report, our patrol team from Taura Division promptly arrived at the scene. The bodies were taken to Hadejia General Hospital, where a medical doctor confirmed them dead,” stated Jigawa State Police Command spokesperson Lawan Adam. One passenger survived and is currently receiving treatment at Majia Primary Health Care Centre. “The survivor is responding well to treatment,” added Lawan. The police have initiated an investigation to identify the cause of the accident and assess any possible negligence. “An investigation is underway, and anyone found responsible will be held accountable,” assured the police spokesperson. The Jigawa State Police Command extended condolences to the families of the deceased and urged road users to exercise caution to prevent further tragedies.
JIGAWA: 10 die, one hospitalised in car accident
