Kwara State Fire Service Responds to Fatal Bus Fire Incident

On Sunday, a commercial bus with registration number DTH840SA, carrying 21 passengers, was involved in a fatal accident on the Oko-Olowo Expressway in Ilorin, Kwara State. The bus reportedly developed a punctured tyre, causing the driver to lose control, leading to the vehicle somersaulting and catching fire.

The Kwara State Fire Service received a distress call and dispatched firefighters, who arrived at the scene around 6:35 pm. They evacuated the passengers, with those injured transported to the hospital for medical care.

One person was confirmed dead in the crash. The Chief Fire Officer of Kwara State, Alabi Muhammed, expressed condolences to the deceased's family and urged motorists, especially commercial vehicle operators, to ensure their vehicles are well-maintained and roadworthy.

He emphasized the importance of regular inspections of critical vehicle components to prevent accidents and advised the public to report emergencies promptly.