At Least 30 Killed in Kano State Trailer Crash, Governor Orders Immediate Relief

At least 30 people were killed and many injured in a trailer crash in Kwanar Barde, Kano State. Governor Abba Yusuf called the incident heartbreaking and ordered free medical care and support for the victims’ families.

A devastating road accident in Kwanar Barde, Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano State, has claimed the lives of at least 30 people and left many others seriously injured. The incident occurred early on Sunday morning when a trailer traveling toward Gujungu reportedly lost control, likely due to reckless driving, and crashed, causing widespread casualties. Local authorities confirmed that numerous passengers sustained severe injuries and are currently receiving medical treatment in hospitals across the state.
The Kano State Government, through its spokesperson, provided details of the accident, confirming the tragic scale of the crash. “The fatal accident involved a trailer heading towards Gujungu, which allegedly crashed due to reckless driving, leading to the death of over 30 persons, while many others sustained serious injuries,” the statement said. The crash has sent shockwaves across the state, highlighting the ongoing concerns about road safety and the risks posed by reckless driving on busy highways.
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State expressed profound sorrow over the tragedy, describing the loss of life as heartbreaking and a great loss not only to the families directly affected but to the entire population of Kano State. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf offered prayers for the souls of the deceased and extended his condolences to their families. “I pray for the repose of the souls of the departed and ask Allah to grant their families the strength to bear this painful loss,” he said. The governor also wished a speedy recovery to those who sustained injuries during the accident.
In response to the scale of the tragedy, Governor Yusuf ordered immediate intervention by the relevant government agencies to ensure victims received timely assistance. The Kano State Ministry of Health was directed to provide free and adequate medical care to all hospitalized victims without delay. Additionally, the governor instructed the Office of the Special Adviser on Humanitarian Affairs to assess the situation on the ground and offer necessary support to the families affected by the crash.
The incident has reignited calls for stricter road safety enforcement and improved transport regulation in the state. Local officials and community leaders have urged drivers to adhere strictly to traffic laws to prevent such tragedies in the future. Meanwhile, emergency and medical teams continue to work tirelessly to treat the injured and provide relief to the grieving families. The Kano State government’s prompt response seeks to mitigate the immediate impact of the accident while demonstrating its commitment to supporting the victims and their families during this difficult time.