16 die, 13 injured in auto crashes
Sixteen persons died in different auto crashes in Sokoto and Ondo states with 13 others sustained injuries. Twelve persons died while five others sustained injuries in a auto accident which occurred Sunday evening at Madake village in Shagari Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Sector Commander in the state, Mr Kabiru Yusuf-Nadabo, who confirmed the accident, yesterday, said the accident involved a Mitsubishi van carrying 17 persons and loaded with bags of maize, guinea corn and other items. The FRSC sector commander said the vehicle fell into a ditch and that 12 persons died on the spot, while five sustained injuries. He said the affected persons had been taken to the Specialist Hospital, Shagari. Yusuf-Nadabo cautioned drivers against speeding, dangerous driving and other unwholesome practices that might endanger people’s lives and property. 4 die in Ondo crash Also, yesterday, the Ore Unit Commander of the FRSC, Mr...