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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kano Sector Command, has confirmed a fatal road traffic crash that claimed two lives and left 20 others injured on Saturday morning at Wudil T-Junction along Maiduguri Road.
According to a statement issued on Saturday by the Command’s Public Relations Office, the crash occurred at about 9:20 am and involved a DAF trailer loaded with animals, goods, and passengers en route from Wudil Market to Lagos State.
“Preliminary findings indicated that the driver lost control of the vehicle due to speeding while approaching the junction, leading to a collision,” the statement explained.
A total of 30 adult males were involved in the incident.
“Out of this number, 20 sustained varying degrees of injuries, eight were rescued without injuries, while two persons were confirmed dead,” the statement said.
The FRSC rescue team reportedly arrived at the scene within 10 minutes of receiving a distress call at about 9:25 am, carrying out swift evacuation and rescue operations.
The injured victims were taken to Wudil General Hospital for treatment, while the wreckage was cleared to restore normal traffic flow.
Sector Commander, CC Idris Mohammed Lawal, expressed concern over what he described as the persistent disregard for road safety regulations, especially the dangerous practice of conveying passengers in trailers meant for goods and livestock.
He warned that “over-speeding and overloading remain major causes of road crashes,” urging drivers and transport operators to strictly comply with traffic laws.
He also advised members of the public to avoid boarding such unsafe vehicles.
The Command reaffirmed its commitment to improving road safety and reducing fatalities across Kano State.
