October 27, 2026

FRSC CONFIRMS 20 DEATHS AT KIBO-JOS ROAD ACCIDENT

FRSC CONFIRMS 20 DEATHS AT KIBO-JOS ROAD ACCIDENT

 

 

 

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has reacted to the multiple road traffic crash that claimed the lives of 20 people along the Hawan Kibo–Jos route in Plateau State on Friday, 2 October 2026.

 

 

 

In a statement signed by the Corps Public Education Officer, osondu Ohaeri, Preliminary findings indicate brake failure and subsequent loss of control as the likely cause of the crash that involved 25 people.

 

While reacting to the incident, the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed called on motorists, especially operators of commercial and heavy-duty vehicles, to make vehicle roadworthiness, proper maintenance, speed management and responsible driving non-negotiable priorities.