Bus Carrying Players Crashes Off Bridge in Nigeria: 22 Killed

International News: A tragic road accident has occurred in Kano, the northern province of Nigeria, in which a bus full of players went out of control and fell off a bridge. 22 athletes died in this tragic accident while many others were seriously injured. The injured have been immediately admitted to local hospitals, where their treatment is going on. Provincial Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf said that the bus was returning with the players from the National Sports Festival held in the southern province of Ogun on Saturday. More than 30 players and co-passengers were on board the bus. When this bus was passing through Chiromawa Bridge on the Kano-Zaria Expressway, it suddenly went out of control and fell off the bridge. The driver lost control of the bus, causing this horrific accident. At present, the cause of the accident is not known and investigation is underway.

Response of officials and relief work

After this tragic incident, Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf declared a one-day state mourning across the province on Monday. He expressed deep condolences to the families of the deceased and said that the government would provide all possible help to the victims. At the same time, Kano Deputy Governor Aminu Gwarzo announced financial assistance for the victim's families and said that each family would be given one million naira (about 630 US dollars).

Road safety challenges in Nigeria

Road accidents are common in Nigeria, which is Africa's most populous country. Bad roads, incomplete traffic rules and uncontrolled vehicle operation are considered to be the main causes of road accidents here. Such accidents often cause heavy loss of life, especially when buses or heavy vehicles carry a large number of passengers.

Impact on National Sports Festival

This accident has happened just after the National Sports Festival, in which athletes from all over the country participate and represent their respective regions. The organizers of the sports festival have also expressed deep grief over this accident and expressed condolences to the families of the deceased. This major sports incident has proved to be extremely painful for the players and their families.