19 Wedding Guests Killed And 11 Injured In Plateau Accident

A tragic accident which occurred on Saturday, January 11, reportedly claimed the lives of at least 19 persons while 11 others sustained varying injuries in the Kwanan Maciji area of Pankshin local government area of Plateau State.

The victims, who had travelled from Kano State to attend a wedding ceremony in Barkin Ladi local government area of Plateau State, were returning home when the accident occurred.

Chairman of the Pankshin Local Government Area Emergency Management Committee, John Dasar, confirmed the incident, describing it as devastating.

According to him, the victims opted for a shorter route through Gindiri to Bauchi State when their vehicle was involved in an accident.

“In the aftermath of the crash, bystanders were helping to evacuate passengers from the vehicle when it suddenly caught fire,” Dasar said.

“Unfortunately, 19 of the occupants were trapped and burnt beyond recognition. The driver and a few others managed to survive.”

The 11 survivors, some with serious injuries, were rushed to the Pankshin General Hospital for treatment.