Seven die in Keffi–Abuja crash, FRSC orders probe
Seven people were killed in a road accident on the Keffi–Abuja Highway, prompting an official investigation by the Federal Road Safety Corps in Nigeria.
A tragic accident occurred on the Keffi–Abuja Highway in Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of seven individuals. The incident has prompted the Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Malam Shehu Mohammed, to express deep sorrow and extend condolences to the families of the deceased. The FRSC aims to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, which has been described as both painful and unacceptable. Preliminary reports suggest that the crash involved a single vehicle driving at high speed, which lost control and collided with oncoming traffic.
In his official statement, Malam Shehu Mohammed stated that no loss of life on Nigeria's highways is acceptable and emphasized the importance of road safety for all citizens. The FRSC has made this tragic incident a priority, as it raises concerns about the enforcement of traffic regulations and the need for increased awareness regarding speeding and reckless driving. Mohammed's comments reflect a commitment to improving road safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
The community around the Angwan Jarmi area, where the accident took place, is likely to reel from this incident, both emotionally and psychologically. As the FRSC begins its investigation, stakeholders will be eager to understand the factors contributing to this tragic event, potentially leading to policy recommendations to improve highway safety and instill more stringent controls on speeding. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers on Nigerian roads.