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Nine persons lost their lives in a fatal motor accident in Kyaramma village, Ringim Local Government Area of JIgawa State.
According to the Jigawa State Police Command, the accident, which occurred on Saturday at about 2 pm, involved two Golf 3 saloon vehicles and left several other persons injured.
In a statement, the state Police Public Relations Officer, Shiisu Adam, revealed that one of the vehicles, with registration number Kaduna MKA 687 AY, was driven by Adamu Sunusi, a 35-year-old man from Hadejia LGA, and heading to Gujungu town from Abuja.
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According to preliminary investigations, Adam said the vehicles collided head-on after one driver lost control, causing both cars to veer off the road. The police responded promptly, and the injured were rushed to Ringim General Hospital for treatment.
The Commissioner of Police, CP A.T. Abdullahi, expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and wished the injured a speedy recovery. He urged drivers to adhere to traffic rules, avoid overspeeding, and ensure their vehicles are roadworthy to prevent such incidents.
“Eleven passengers are currently receiving treatment at the hospital and are responding well. Efforts are underway to identify all victims and notify their families,” the statement said.
The police, therefore, assured the public that further updates would be provided as the investigation progresses.
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