Africa-Press – Nigeria. The Jigawa State Police Command has confirmed a deadly road accident that claimed 11 lives and left nine others injured.
The crash happened on Thursday, December 25, 2025, around 4:30pm at Bagewu village in Ringim Local Government Area.
A statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Lawan Shiisu Adam, on December 25, 2025 said the accident involved a red Golf 3 saloon car with registration number LNG 983 XA (Jos).
Police said the vehicle was driven by a 45-year-old man from Randawa village in Mani lican of Katsina State. The car was carrying 20 passengers , six men, eight women and six children, travelling from Masaka village in Ningi local government of Bauchi State to Dutsi village in Mani local government, Katsina State.
According to the police, the accident occurred when the vehicle’s front tyre burst while in motion.
The driver lost control and the car crashed into a tree.
Eleven passengers died on the spot, while the remaining nine occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries.
The injured victims were rushed to the nearest hospital, where they are currently receiving treatment and responding well.
The Jigawa State Police Command said an investigation into the incident has begun.
The command also warned motorists to avoid speeding and overloading, and advised drivers to always check their vehicles properly before setting out on any journey.
It stressed that anyone found violating traffic laws will be arrested and prosecuted.
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