Tragedy as Trailer Crushes Over 30 To Death in Kano
- A tragic trailer crash in Kano State claims over 30 lives, leaving many others injured
- Governor Abba Yusuf promises free medical care for all accident victims and support for their families
- Authorities attribute the fatal accident to reckless driving, sparking calls for improved road safety measures
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Kano State - A trailer crash has killed more than 30 persons at Kwanar Barde in the Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano State.
The fatal accident was allegedly caused by reckless driving, leaving many others with serious injuries.
The incident occurred early Sunday morning while the trailer heading towards Gujungu, Jigawa State.
Governor Abba Yusuf described the incident as heartbreaking and a huge loss to the entire people of the state.
The governor directed the Ministry of Health to ensure that all victims admitted to hospitals receive free and adequate medical care without delay.
As reported by The Punch, the governor's spokesperson, Director General, Media and Publicity, Government House, Kano, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa, made this known in a statement issued on Sunday.
“According to reports, the fatal accident involved a trailer heading towards Gujungu, which allegedly crashed due to reckless driving, leading to the death of over 30 persons, while many others sustained serious injuries.
“Governor Yusuf prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased and asked Allah to grant their families the strength to bear the painful loss.
“He also prayed for the speedy recovery of those currently receiving treatment in various hospitals across the state.”
The governor also instructed the Office of the Special Adviser on Humanitarian Affairs to put measures in place to support the families of the victims.
Truck crushes man rushing for Jumu’ah prayers
Recall that tragedy struck on the ever-busy Nkpolu junction axis of the East-West road in Port Harcourt, Rivers state.
A trailer crushed a Muslim faithful rushing for Jumu’ah prayers on Friday afternoon, August 29, 2025.
An eyewitness who simply identified himself as Tunde narrated how the tragic incident occurred.
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Trailer kills 6 people in Yobe
Meanwhile, Legit.ng also reported that six people were killed in a head-on collision between a trailer and a canter truck on the Potiskum–Damaturu highway in Yobe State.
Eyewitnesses said the Canter truck drove against traffic before crashing into the oncoming trailer.
Police confirmed the incident, said two survivors were hospitalised, and announced that investigations had begun.
Source: Legit.ng
