A devastating road accident at Eldorado Cina Junction along Airport Road in Kano has left two people dead and another severely injured, sparking renewed concerns about road safety in the state.
The tragic incident, which occurred at around 8:15 a.m. on Wednesday, involved a commercial DAF truck and a private Jincheng motorcycle.
According to the Kano Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), reckless driving was identified as the primary cause of the collision.
CRC Abdullahi Labaran, the FRSC Public Education Officer, confirmed that six men were involved in the crash. Sadly, two victims lost their lives at the scene, while another was rushed to Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital for urgent medical attention.
The bodies of the deceased were later taken to Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital.
FRSC officials arrived at the accident site within three minutes of receiving the distress call, ensuring swift evacuation and managing the scene effectively.
Meanwhile, the vehicles and recovered items were handed over to the Gwagwarwa Police Division for further investigation.
In light of this heartbreaking incident, the FRSC has once again urged motorists to exercise caution, adhere to traffic regulations, and prioritize safety to prevent further loss of lives on the roads.
The agency extended its condolences to the families of the deceased and wished the injured victim a speedy recovery.
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