Seven members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) lost their lives in a road accident on the Gombe–Yola highway, while four others were injured. The incident involved a vehicle owned by the NUJ Gombe State Council and occurred on Saturday as the journalists were traveling from Gombe to Yola in Adamawa State.
Reports indicate that the journalists were returning from a wedding ceremony in the Gombe South Senatorial District. The vehicle was severely damaged in the crash, with photographs showing extensive destruction, highlighting the seriousness of the accident. The four injured journalists were taken to a nearby medical facility for treatment.
At the time of reporting, the cause of the crash had not been confirmed, and authorities had not issued an official statement. The accident has caused deep sorrow within the media community in Gombe State, with colleagues mourning the sudden loss of their fellow journalists.
The incident has raised concerns about road safety along the Gombe–Yola route, which serves as a major highway connecting the northeastern states. Investigations into the crash are expected to continue to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
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