15 die in Kwara auto crash

A fatal road accident on the Ilorin-Jebba Expressway in Kwara claimed the lives of at least 15 people. The crash occurred around 2:32 a.m. near the Muslim Cemetery area, involving a DAF XF truck.

Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Sector Commander Mr. Kabir Kazeem confirmed the incident, stating that 48 male occupants were involved. Of these, 15 were confirmed dead, 17 sustained various injuries, and 16 were unharmed. Kazeem cited driver fatigue as the cause, noting that victims suffered fractures, dislocations, and bruises.

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48 male occupants were involved in the crash, with 15 persons confirmed dead, 17 sustaining varying degrees of injuries, while 16 escaped unhurt.

The injured were transported to Arewa Medical Centre and Baki Hospital for treatment. The bodies of the deceased were handed over to their families. Rescue operations were conducted by FRSC personnel, with ongoing efforts to search for any individuals potentially trapped under the truck's load. The FRSC plans to intensify public enlightenment and advised motorists against mixed loading, night travel, and driving while fatigued.

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The victims sustained fractures, dislocations and bruises.