Tragic Highway Crash in Northern Nigeria Claims Lives

A truck crash in northern Nigeria due to reckless driving left at least 30 dead and several injured. Occurring in Kano's Gezawa area, the accident highlights ongoing issues with road safety and enforcement. Injured victims are being treated in local hospitals, and the incident is deemed a significant loss.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kano | Updated: 09-02-2026 01:24 IST | Created: 09-02-2026 01:24 IST
Tragic Highway Crash in Northern Nigeria Claims Lives
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A fatal truck accident in northern Nigeria has claimed the lives of at least 30 individuals, with several others sustaining injuries, according to authorities. The tragic incident was attributed to reckless driving.

The truck was en route along a highway in the Kwanar Barde town within Kano's Gezawa local government area when it lost control, as detailed in a statement from the Kano governor's office.

This heartbreaking event underscores the recurring issue of road accidents in Nigeria, exacerbated by poor road conditions and inadequate traffic law enforcement. Victims with serious injuries are receiving treatment in different hospitals across the region.

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