Two dead, 11 injured in Kano crash as FRSC recovers, returns ₦2m
A fatal road crash on the Ringim-Kano highway has claimed two lives and left eleven others injured, according to a statement released by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Friday.
The accident, which occurred at 10:40 a.m. near the former IGP Farm in Ringim, involved a head-on collision between two commercial Volkswagen Golf vehicles with registration numbers KMC 220 KU and ABC 80 ZE.
The FRSC Medical and Rescue team responded to the scene, evacuating the injured and recovering the remains of the deceased. Of the 13 individuals involved—six men, three women, and a female child—two were confirmed dead. The other 10 sustained various degrees of injuries and received prompt medical attention.
During the recovery process, the Corps reported retrieving a total of ₦2,166,700 in cash. The funds, which belonged to the two deceased individuals and one survivor, were handed over to the appropriate relatives.
The handover was conducted in the presence of the Divisional Traffic Officer, Ringim Division of the Nigeria Police Force, Kano State.
FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed extended condolences to the bereaved families and commended the quick intervention of emergency responders.
He noted that the incident highlighted the ongoing need for vigilance and adherence to traffic rules, reiterating the Corps’ commitment to efficient rescue operations, post-crash medical care, and transparent recovery of personal effects at crash sites.
Mohammed also warned motorists to avoid night travel, maintain safe speeds, and ensure vehicles are roadworthy, particularly during the rainy season.
For real-time traffic information and emergency assistance, the Corps urged road users to contact its toll-free number 122 or use the FRSC mobile app (The Guardian)
