At least 10 killed in tragic car crash along Jos–Bauchi road

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 - 10 persons have been confirmed dead following a fatal road crash along the Jos–Bauchi Road in Plateau State.

The accident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, December 23, at about 12:12 a.m., and involved four vehicles, two trailers and two Ford Galaxy minibuses.

Eyewitnesses reavealed that the collision was severe, leaving several victims trapped at the scene. Ten persons reportedly died instantly, while others sustained varying degrees of injuries.

The injured victims were rescued and rushed to nearby hospitals for urgent medical attention.

Confirming the incident, the Public Education Officer of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Plateau State, Mr. Peter Longsan, said all those who died were adult males.

“Ten adult men lost their lives in the crash,” Longsan confirmed.

In an official statement, the FRSC said the crash occurred shortly after a military checkpoint on the outskirts of Jos, the Plateau State capital.

“Today, 23rd December 2025, the FRSC Plateau State Sector Command carried out a rescue operation following a road traffic crash that occurred after the military checkpoint along the Jos–Bauchi Road,” the statement said.

The agency explained that 19 persons were involved in the accident, comprising 17 males and two females.

“Ten adult men died on the spot, while the injured victims were taken to the General Hospital, Miango; Jos University Teaching Hospital, Jos; and Plateau State Specialist Hospital for medical attention,” the statement added.

The FRSC disclosed that eight corpses of the deceased were deposited at the morgues of Plateau State Specialist Hospital and Bingham University Teaching Hospital.

“Two of the corpses were claimed by officials of the National Union of Road Transport Workers for burial,” the statement said.

According to the corps, the rescue operation was jointly carried out by personnel of the FRSC, the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigerian Military, and members of the local community.

While investigations are still ongoing, the FRSC said preliminary findings pointed to speeding and reckless driving as major causes of the crash.

“Preliminary investigation revealed that speed and reckless driving, which led to loss of control, were the major contributory factors,” the statement said.

The Sector Commander, Corps Commander Olajide Mogaji, expressed concern over the incident and appreciated members of the public who promptly alerted security agencies.

“Mogaji urged motorists to avoid night journeys, excessive speeding, and other dangerous driving practices,” the FRSC said.

He also warned drivers against driving under the influence, driving while sick, or driving when fatigued.

“These are major causes of fatalities when road traffic crashes occur,” Mogaji said.

The sector commander expressed deep concern that the crash occurred barely 12 days after eight students of the University of Jos were killed in a similar incident.

He urged Nigerians to take personal safety seriously, adhere strictly to traffic regulations, and promptly report emergencies.

“Members of the public are advised to contact the FRSC through its toll-free emergency number 122 to report crashes and other road emergencies,” he said.