Ibrahim Muhammad
No fewer than twelve person were confirmed dead in anaccident involving Kano line passengers at Darki town in Wudil Local Kano State.
According to eyewitnesses, the accident occurred along the Kano–Gombe road, near Darki town in Wudil Local Government Area when a tanker driver working on a road construction project allegedly made a sudden turn in the middle of the road.
He said the Kano-bound bus, unable to avoid a collision, crashed into the tanker, resulting in multiple fatalities on the spot.
Director of Kano Line, Alhaji Sa’idu Abdullahi Shu’aibu, confirmed the incident, He expressed deep sorrow over the incident.
According to him “Out of the 16 passengers on board, 12 reportedly died instantly, including two Kano Line drivers identified as Alhaji Sabo and Alhaji Dan Azumi. Five other passengers , (four women and one man) sustained severe injuries and were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.
He extended condolences to the families of the deceased and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.
“We are heartbroken by this unfortunate accident. Our prayers are with the victims’ families, and we extend our condolences to His Excellency, the Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, over this tragic loss,” Shu’aibu said.
He further prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased and called for improved road safety measures to prevent future occurrences.
The MD noted that, authorities have since launched an investigation into the cause of the crash.
