Mother and her children narrowly escape death as car rams into houses in Jigawa and bursts into flames

Monday, December 30, 2024 - A woman and her children narrowly escaped d3ath while four houses were burnt to ashes when a vehicle veered off the road and rammed into a residential building in Jigawa State.

The accident occurred on Sunday, December 29, 2024, in Dutse, the Jigawa State capital, sparking fear among residents living near the roadside.

According to an eyewitnesses, the vehicle crashed into a residential building, collapsing the wall and driving straight into the living room where the woman and her children were sleeping. 

The spokesperson of the Jigawa State Command, DSP Shi’isu Adam, who confirmed incident said that the drunk driver of the vehicle admitted he did not know how to drive.

“A woman and her children escaped death, but four houses were burnt to ashes during the incident,” he stated. 

The incident occurred at about 0030hrs at Elpies Street, Mobile Quarters, Dutse.

"Information was received that one Muhammad Galadima, 32, and Abdullahi Abubakar Sadiq, 41, both of the same address, suspected to be under the influence of alcohol, dangerously drove a Toyota Corolla with registration number NSR 120 BC.

"As a result, both the vehicle and the entire house were engulfed in flames, which affected three other neighbouring houses that were also burnt to ashes

"God willing, no life was lost in the incident due to the prompt response of the police and firefighters.

“On receipt of the report, a team of policemen rushed to the scene, and the inferno was extinguished by the combined efforts of firefighters and good Samaritans

"Preliminary investigations revealed that Muhammad Galadima, the owner of the vehicle, deliberately handed over the key to Abdullahi Abubakar Sadiq, who admitted he did not know how to drive.

"Both suspects and the vehicle have been taken into custody for diligent investigation,” Adam added

The PPRO assured that upon completion of the thorough investigation, all suspects would be prosecuted accordingly.

"We will ensure that justice is served, and those responsible for this incident are held accountable,” Adam said.

“We urge all drivers to exercise caution and responsibility while driving, especially during the festive season.” 

The Command appealed to residents to report any suspicious activity or reckless driving to the nearest police station.

The Command also commended the firefighters and good Samaritans for their quick response.

 “Their prompt response and selfless efforts saved lives and prevented further destruction,” Adam said.

"The Police will continue to work tirelessly to prevent incidents like this from occurring and to bring perpetrators to justice