Nigeria Highway Accident: 21 Dead in Head-On Collision on Zaria-Karo Expressway

Nigeria Highway Tragedy: 21 Killed in Head-On Crash

A devastating head-on collision in Nigeria's Kano state has claimed the lives of 21 people. The Federal Road Safety Corps reports that the accident occurred on the Zaria-Karo expressway.

Details of the Incident

Preliminary investigations indicate that a commercial passenger vehicle drove against the flow of traffic and collided with a heavy-duty truck. Only three passengers survived the crash with injuries.

Violation of Traffic Regulations

Authorities indicated that the commercial driver violated established road safety regulations, resulting in the fatal collision.

Rising Road Fatalities in Nigeria

This tragic incident underscores a concerning trend. Over 5,421 fatalities have been recorded in road accidents across Nigeria in 2024 alone.