Tragic Accident in Abuja Results in Three Fatalities and Four Hospitalizations

Tragic Motor Accident Claims Three Lives, Injures Four in Abuja

In a devastating incident on Saturday, a multiple-motor accident in Abuja resulted in the unfortunate loss of three male lives. Additionally, two females and two males were rushed to the hospital for urgent medical attention, according to the statement made by SP Josephine Adeh, the Police Public Relations Officer of the FCT Police Command. The distress call reporting the incident near the Tipper Garage prompted the immediate response of dedicated traffic personnel, who quickly transported the victims to Kubwa General Hospital.

Adeh further informed that the four vehicles involved in the accident, including a Black Toyota Camry (YAB 355 AH), a Toyota Pilot (registration number unknown), a Truck (registration number unknown), and a Tricycle (KUJ 571 VE), have been securely held at the police station. Notably, a Toyota Jeep (BWR 468 CD), believed to be owned by a Department of State Security (DSS) officer, was taken from the scene by DSS personnel from Ushafa, Abuja. The driver of the vehicle has been identified as David C.Y Audu, a male resident of Ushafa, as stated by Adeh.

See the full statement below:

PRESS STATEMENT

POLICE RECORD MULTIPLE FATAL MOTOR ACCIDENT AT DUTSE BAUPMA

The FCT Police Command is deeply saddened to report a tragic multiple motor accident that occurred on the 8th of July, 2023, at approximately 12:30 PM in Dutse Baupma. Upon receiving a distress call from a concerned citizen near the Tipper Garage, our dedicated traffic personnel promptly responded and rushed the victims to Kubwa General Hospital for urgent medical attention.

Regrettably, we confirm the loss of three precious lives, as confirmed by the attending doctor. The deceased have been identified as follows: Hosea Stehen, a 34-year-old male from EFAB Metropolis Estate, Karasana, Abuja; Muhammad Lawal, a 32-year-old male from Jere, Kaduna State; and Bashir Shaibu, a 25-year-old male, also from Jere, Kaduna State. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the grieving families and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.

Additionally, four individuals involved in the accident are currently receiving medical treatment at Kubwa General Hospital. They are Maria Ibeku, a 21-year-old female; Ebuka Eleodimuo, a 38-year-old male; Joy Adebayo, a 36-year-old female; and Bashir Haruna, a 25-year-old male. These individuals hail from Mbouko Village, Dutse, and Karasana Village in Abuja.

Furthermore, four vehicles involved in the accident have been safely secured at the police station. They include a Black Toyota Camry with registration number YAB 355 AH, a Toyota Pilot (registration number unknown), a Truck (registration number unknown), and a Tricycle with registration number KUJ 571 VE. It is worth noting that a Toyota Jeep with registration number BWR 468 CD, believed to belong to a Department of State Security officer, was taken from the scene by DSS Personnel from Ushafa, Abuja. The driver of the vehicle has been identified as David C.Y Audu, a male resident of Ushafa.

The FCT Police Command urges the public to remain calm and patient as we conduct a thorough investigation into this unfortunate incident. We assure you that every effort is being made to ascertain the causes and circumstances surrounding the accident. The Commissioner of Police extends his deepest sympathies to the families, relatives, and loved ones of the deceased.

We will continue to provide timely updates on any further developments related to this case.

SP Josephine Adeh, Anipr.
Police Public Relations Officer,
FCT Police Command,
Abuja