Kano, Nigeria – At least 21 people have died following a fatal road traffic collision on the Zaria-Kano expressway on Sunday, July 6, 2025. The crash involved a heavy-duty DAF truck and a commercial Toyota Hiace passenger bus.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) deeply regretted informing the public of the incident, which occurred at approximately 08:20 local time at Kasuwar Dogo Dakatsale, according to a statement signed by Olusegun Ogungbemide, Assistant Corps Marshal and Corps Public Education Officer at FRSC Headquarters, Abuja.
Preliminary investigations by the FRSC’s rescue and crash investigation team revealed that the collision was caused by a route violation on the part of the Toyota Hiace bus driver. The bus reportedly drove against the flow of traffic, leading to a head-on impact with an oncoming truck.
Out of the 24 people involved in the crash, 19 male adults and 2 female adults were killed, while the remaining three sustained injuries and were rescued.
As of the time of the report, the remains of the victims had been deposited at Nasarawa Hospital in Kano. FRSC rescue teams worked with other emergency responders to clear the road and restore normal traffic flow.
The Corps Marshal of the FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased. He assured the public that a full investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing.
The FRSC reiterated its warning to all motorists, particularly truck and commercial drivers, to “desist from dangerous practices such as route violations, driving against traffic, speeding, and reckless overtaking,” which continue to claim lives on Nigerian roads. Drivers were reminded that traffic regulations are in place to protect lives and property, and strict adherence is the only guarantee for safety.
The Corps stated it would continue its nationwide enforcement operations and public education campaigns to ensure safer roads. Commuters and the motoring public were urged to report dangerous driving behaviours via the FRSC Mobile Application, the toll-free number 122, or to any FRSC patrol team.
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