A devastating road traffic crash occurred on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, along the Baimari-Geidam road in Yobe State, claiming the lives of 12 people. The victims comprised 10 male adults, one female adult, and one female child.
According to Corps Commander Livinus Yilzoom, Sector Commander of the Yobe State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the crash involved a stationary Howo truck with registration number MAG831ZR, belonging to Dan Nene Construction Company, and a Sharan mini bus with registration number BAU124YF.
The mini bus ran into the truck and caught fire, burning the 12 occupants beyond recognition. Preliminary investigations revealed that road obstruction by the Howo truck was the immediate cause of the crash, while excessive speed and overload by the driver of the Sharan were the remote causes.
Corps Commander Yilzoom warned motorists to avoid night travels due to poor visibility, especially during the present hazy harmattan weather. He also emphasized the importance of obeying road traffic rules and regulations to prevent future occurrences.
The Corps Marshal of FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, extended his condolences to the bereaved families.
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