Six Killed in Yola-Girei Road Accident
By Sabiu Abdullahi
The Adamawa State Police Command has confirmed the death of six people in a road accident along the Yola-Girei Road on Friday.
The command’s spokesperson, SP Suleiman Nguroje, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday.
According to the preliminary report, six victims were involved in the fatal crash and were taken to a hospital, where they were pronounced dead.
“The victims were rushed to a hospital where they were confirmed dead.
“Police operatives from Girei Divisional Headquarters, Federal Housing and the Central Motor Traffic Division were immediately mobilised to the scene to evacuate the victims and restore the normal flow of traffic.”
The Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Kabir Hassan, expressed condolences to the families of the victims and prayed for the repose of their souls.
Hassan also urged motorists to remain calm and exercise caution on the road. He advised drivers to obey traffic regulations and avoid excessive speed to reduce the risk of further accidents.
The latest crash has raised concerns over the safety of the Yola-Girei Road. Four accidents have reportedly occurred on the route within less than a month, with more than 10 people killed in the incidents.