21 Dead in Horrific Road Crash on Zaria-Kano

Kano State, Nigeria – July 6, 2025
A devastating road accident has claimed the lives of 21 people along the Zaria-Kano expressway, near Kasuwar Dogo in Dakatsale, sending shockwaves across the nation and prompting renewed calls for road safety enforcement.

🔍 Details of the Incident

The crash occurred around 8:20 a.m. on Sunday morning when a Toyota Hiace commercial passenger bus collided head-on with a DAF heavy-duty truck. According to eyewitnesses and officials from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the bus was traveling against the flow of traffic, leading to the fatal collision.

The impact was so severe that both vehicles burst into flames, trapping passengers inside. Emergency responders, including the Federal and State Fire Services, rushed to the scene to extinguish the fire and rescue survivors.

👥 Casualties and Rescue

• Total people involved: 24
• Confirmed dead: 21 (including 19 male adults and 2 female adults)
• Injured: 3
• Bodies deposited at: Nasarawa Hospital Mortuary, Kano
• Injured receiving treatment at: Garun Malam General Hospital

The FRSC confirmed that the fire outbreak contributed to the high fatality rate, as many victims were unable to escape the burning vehicles.

🗣️ FRSC Statement

FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended condolences to the families of the victims. He emphasized that the crash was entirely avoidable, blaming it on route violation and reckless driving.

“Driving against traffic is a deadly habit. We will intensify enforcement and public education to prevent such tragedies,” he said.

⚠️ Public Safety Advisory

The FRSC has issued a strong warning to motorists:

• Do not drive against traffic
• Avoid reckless overtaking
• Refrain from night travel
• Report dangerous driving via the FRSC Mobile App or toll-free number 122

🛣️ A Call for Action

This incident highlights the urgent need for stricter traffic law enforcement and better driver education across Nigeria. As the country mourns the loss of 21 lives, authorities are being urged to take decisive steps to prevent future occurrences.