A tragic accident on the Agaie–Badegi Road in Katcha LGA, Niger State, has claimed the lives of seven persons, with 16 others injured.
Key Details:
- Vehicle involved: An articulated truck transporting Federal Government grains.
- Passengers: Around 36 male occupants, en route from Lagos to Kano.
- Cause: The accident was attributed to a bad section of the Lambata–Bida Road.
Casualties:
- 7 confirmed dead.
- 11 sustained serious injuries.
- 5 sustained minor injuries.
Rescue and Response:
- Rescue efforts were led by the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) with help from commuters and local villagers.
- Victims were taken to Badeggi and Agaie health centres.
- Deceased victims were claimed by relatives for burial.
Official Statement:
NSEMA Director-General Abdullahi Baba-Arah emphasized the deteriorating road condition as a critical factor in the accident.
