The University of Jos (UNIJOS) community is in shock following a tragic accident that claimed the lives of eight students.
The crash occurred around 2:30 a.m. along Zaria Road, opposite Unity Bank in Jos, Plateau State, involving a trailer and a bus carrying eleven students.
According to Peter Longsan, Public Education Officer of the Plateau State sector of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), seven students were pronounced dead at the scene, while another succumbed to injuries in the hospital, bringing the death toll to eight.
The three surviving students, all male, are receiving treatment for their injuries.
An eyewitness reported that the bus was traveling at high speed and attempted an unsafe overtaking maneuver, causing the driver to lose control and collide with the trailer.
FRSC Sector Commander Olajide Mogaji confirmed that a thorough investigation is ongoing.
He also cautioned motorists, particularly commercial drivers, against night travel, speeding, reckless driving, and driving under fatigue or influence.
“The government wants you alive and urges all road users to exercise caution this festive season and beyond,” Mogaji said, reminding the public to report accidents or road emergencies via the FRSC toll-free line, 122.
