A tragic truck crash in Nigeria's northwestern Kano State claimed 30 lives this week, sparking urgent demands for improved road safety measures. 🚨 The overloaded vehicle lost control on a major highway near Kwanar Barde village Sunday, plunging off-road and injuring multiple passengers.
State government spokesperson Bature Dawakin-Tofa confirmed reckless driving caused the disaster – a recurring issue in the region. Survivors were rushed to hospitals as Governor Abba Yusuf pledged free medical care, calling the incident "heartbreaking."
This marks one of 2026's deadliest road accidents in West Africa, reigniting debates about transportation oversight. 🛣️ Local officials are now pushing for AI-powered traffic monitoring systems and stricter passenger limits on commercial vehicles.
As night travel restrictions gain momentum nationwide, young activists are trending #SafeRoadsForNigeria on social platforms. 💻✊ The tragedy highlights urgent infrastructure challenges as Africa's population boom strains transport networks.
