At least 19 persons have been confirmed dead in a fatal accident that occurred in the Kwanan Maciji area of Pankshin local government area of Plateau State over the weekend claimed the lives of 19 persons and left 11 others injured.
The victims, who had travelled from Kano State to attend a wedding ceremony in Barkin Ladi local government area of Plateau State, were returning home when the accident occurred on Saturday, January 11.
Chairman of the Pankshin Local Government Area Emergency Management Committee, John Dasar, confirmed the incident, describing it as devastating. According to him, the victims opted for a shorter route through Gindiri to Bauchi State when their vehicle was involved in an accident.
“In the aftermath of the crash, bystanders were helping to evacuate passengers from the vehicle when it suddenly caught fire,” Dasar said. “Unfortunately, 19 of the occupants were trapped and burnt beyond recognition. The driver and a few others managed to survive.”
The 11 survivors, some with serious injuries, were rushed to the Pankshin General Hospital for treatment.
(Linda ikeji)