Wike Offers to Pay Medical Bills of Abuja Truck Explosion Victims

• Nyesom Wike, the minister of the FCT, has offered to pay the medical bills of the Abuja accident victims
• The accident, which happened on Wednesday, March 19 involved a truck and multiple vehicles, which led to the loss of 10 lives, while 30 others were severely burned
• Wike also directed that the Mandate Secretary on Health and Environment, Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, ensure prompt treatment of the injured

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister Nyesom Wike, has said he will foot the medical bills of the victims of the sad and devastating accident around the Karu Bridge in Abuja. The incident happened on Wednesday, March 19. It involved a truck and multiple vehicles, which led to the loss of 10 lives, while 30 others were severely burned.

Wike’s gesture is a compassionate response to the tragic incident, demonstrating his commitment to supporting those affected. In addition to offering financial assistance, the minister also directed the Mandate Secretary on Health and Environment, Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, to ensure prompt treatment of the injured.

Nyesom Wike has said he will pay the bill for the Abuja accident victims
Photo Credit: @GovWikeSource: Twitter

How many injured at Abuja accident?

The FCT Emergency Management Department reported that 17 casualties were brought to the hospital, with seven referred to the National Hospital for further treatment. Unfortunately, one of the casualties with third-degree burns succumbed to their injuries while being resuscitated.

Wike described the accident as “avoidable” and expressed condolences to the families of the victims. He also urged road users, particularly heavy-duty vehicle drivers, to adhere strictly to speed limits to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The minister’s call to action was echoed by his appeal to the Federal Road Safety Corps and other agencies to intensify efforts to maintain compliance with traffic rules. By taking these steps, Wike aims to prevent such tragedies from occurring and ensure the safety of road users in the Federal Capital Territory.

Source: TheTalk.NG

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