A catastrophic road accident occurred near Samunaka in Lere Local Government Area of Kaduna State, claiming the lives of over 35 Muslims traveling to celebrate Maulud.
The victims were on board a J5 bus that collided head-on with an articulated vehicle, resulting in a devastating loss of life.
Malam Abdullahi, one of the organizers of the Maulud celebration, described the scene as “heartbreaking” and described how:
– Over 70 people, including women and children, were in their entourage
– He personally counted the victims
– The injured, numbering over 35, have been transported to the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH) for medical treatment
Additionally, another vehicle in their convoy was involved in a separate accident with a motorcycle, resulting in further fatalities and injuries.
The authorities have yet to release an official statement on the incident.
This tragic accident has cast a shadow over the Maulud celebrations in Kaduna State, leaving the community in mourning.
