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Tragedy as 36 Muslim worshippers die in Kaduna road accident on way to Maulud celebration

No fewer than 36 Muslims heading to Saminaka in Lere Local Government Area of Kaduna State for a Maulud celebration died in a tragic motor accident.

The victims of the accident were in a chartered J5 bus, which collided head-on with another vehicle near Samunaka.

The event organiser, Ahmad Dayyabu, told the BBC that the “overcrowded bus” collided with an oncoming truck near Lere town.

An official from the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency said 36 people died in the accident. 

However, Dayyabu, said the death toll has risen to 40, with 31 others receiving medical care in the hospital.

“They departed from Kwandare, heading towards Saminaka. When they reached Lere, a trailer truck collided with their vehicle,” he said.

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“Our investigation reveals that 71 people were on board the ill-fated bus.”

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In a similar development, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says one person died and eight were rescued in an accident that occurred on Third Mainland Bridge on Monday.

The Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA, Taofiq Adebayo, made this known in a statement in Lagos.

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“A tragic and fatal head-on collision involving two Mazda commercial buses (LND 624 YE / EKY 804 YH) occurred on the Third Mainland Bridge, near Ilaje, en route to Iyana-Oworonsoki, resulting in one fatality and leaving eight others grievously injured.

“The harrowing incident, which unfolded as both buses recklessly engaged in a high-speed chase from Adeniji Adele, serves as a stark reminder of the catastrophic consequences of irresponsible driving practices.

“Swift intervention by LASTMA officials facilitated the rescue of eight passengers, all of whom suffered severe fractures.

“The injured were immediately transported to Gbagada General Hospital for urgent medical care, courtesy of the Lagos State Ambulance Services,” he said.

Mr Adebayo said that police personnel from Bariga and Alonge police stations provided security support during the rescue operation and ensured order.

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“LASTMA reiterates its unwavering commitment to ensuring road safety, and implores all motorists to strictly observe speed regulations and exercise caution while driving.

“The agency extends heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and wishes the injured swift and full recovery,” he said.

Mr Adebayo added that another accident occurred earlier today and involved a Honda CRV (AKD 743 HV), which overturned on the Third Mainland Bridge near the University of Lagos waterfront.

He said that the vehicle was heading toward Iyana-Oworonsoki.

Official statistics indicate that over 1,470 people died in road accidents across Nigeria during the first quarter of 2024, averaging 16 deaths per day.

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