November 26, 2025
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Gombe State has confirmed the death of three individuals following a fatal road accident along the Gombe–Yola Road. The Sector Commander, Mr. Samson Kaura, disclosed the information in an interview with journalists on Wednesday, stressing that the tragedy highlights the persistent dangers associated with reckless driving and night travel.
According to Kaura, the road accident occurred around 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday near Kashere Junction in Akko Local Government Area. The crash involved two vehicles that collided head-on after one of the drivers attempted a wrongful overtaking manoeuvre. The impact led to the immediate death of three passengers, while six others sustained varying degrees of injury.
The injured victims are currently receiving treatment at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe, while the remains of the deceased have been deposited at the Specialist Hospital, Gombe. Kaura emphasised that the incident is yet another reminder of how dangerous nighttime driving can be, especially when combined with excessive speed.
“We always advise against night driving, speed, wrongful overtaking, among others,” he said. “Though it is the right of anyone to drive at night, if it is not necessary, kindly avoid it. The cars involved in this crash were on speed even when they were driving at night. At night, we must drive with extra caution and maintain reasonable speed because the car you think is far off may just be closer than you think.”
Kaura urged motorists across the state and beyond to prioritise safety over speed, noting that a single error can escalate into a fatal road accident. He also stressed the importance of patience, alertness, and adherence to traffic regulations.
The FRSC has continued to intensify public sensitisation campaigns aimed at reducing road crashes, particularly as the festive period approaches – a time typically associated with increased travel and higher accident rates. Kaura reiterated that drivers must understand that safety is a collective responsibility and that avoiding risky behaviours can prevent needless loss of lives on the highways.
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