22 people died, most athletes, in a bus accident in Nigeria

In Less than 22 people, most athletes died in the accident of a bus that fell on a bridge After the driver seems to have lost control of the vehicle at Northern Nigeriaauthorities reported.

The tragedy took place This Saturday on a highway near the Yankifi Gadar areain the northern state of Kano, where the victims, which They return from an athletics championship held this week in the Ogun state (South -Western).

“In deep regret I received the tragic news of incredible incident that the lives of 22 innocent citizens were claimed and left many injured”says Governor of Kano, Abba Yusuf, In a statement collected by local media this week.

“On behalf of the government and the good people of the State of Kano, I send our most sincere condolences to the families of the deceased.”Yusuf added to the official note.

Victims are part of Kano’s official delegation was sent to OGU’s National Sports Festivalwhich includes athletes, coaches and state officials.

Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said 32 people traveling on the bus (31 men and one woman) And the accident “This may have happened as a result of fatigue and speeding after a long night trip.”

The president of Nigeria, Ahmed Tinubu Ball, indicated that tragedy represents “A devastating blow to the country.”

The incident The “National Sports Festival” dares, That served for a long time as “Platform to discover and support athletes who are proud of Nigeria both throughout the country and around the world”Tinubi said in a statement issued by his special information and strategy advisor, Bayo Onanuga.

She is The National Sports Festival is an important Multisport event in Nigeria attracting athletes from various states of the country with the aim of promoting unity, development of athlete and efficiency.