The Kaduna Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps has said that 13 persons died in a road crash on Kaduna-Abuja Expressway on Friday.
Sector Commander of the FRSC, Kabir Nadabo, confirmed the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria in Kaduna, Kaduna State.
Nadabo said: “The road traffic crash occurred near Olam Farm on Kaduna-Abuja Highway about 3pm when a Toyota Hiace marked GTG 96YA carrying 11 persons collided with a Golf Salon marked RBC 369XE with five passengers.”
He said those who died had been moved to St. Gerards Hospital, while three who survived were immediately conveyed to AP Smart Hospital, Kakuri for further treatment.
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“As we enter the ember season fully, motorists are reminded of the need to adhere to basic safety ethics while travelling,” he said.
Nadabo said it was imperative to also remind motorists that excessive speeding was dangerous.
He urged drivers to always maintain the requisite speed limits while on transit.
He said: “FRSC is committed to ensuring the roads are safe for all users.
“Corps extends its sincere gratitude to the Kaduna State Government for the continuous support in FRSC activities.”
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