Tragedy on Namnai Bridge: Adamawa Express Bus Plunges Into River in Taraba, Many Feared Dead
“Panic and heartbreak gripped residents of Taraba State after a commercial bus plunged into a river at a long-neglected bridge, in a tragedy many say could have been avoided—raising fresh anger over government inaction and recurring loss of lives.”
“An Adamawa Express bus plunged into the Namnai River in Taraba State after attempting to cross a collapsed bridge in Gassol LGA. Many passengers are feared dead, highlighting ongoing concerns over neglected infrastructure and delayed government response.”
GASSOL, TARABA STATE — An Adamawa Express bus has plunged into the Namnai River in Gassol Local Government Area of Taraba State, with many passengers feared dead after the vehicle attempted to navigate a collapsed bridge.
The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday when the bus reportedly lost balance while crossing a damaged section of the Namnai Bridge, causing it to plunge into the river.
Eyewitness accounts indicate that the bridge, which has remained in a state of disrepair for over a year, has become a major danger to commuters despite repeated assurances by authorities to rehabilitate it.
A local resident, expressing frustration over the situation, said, “We have lost many lives and properties here because of government’s neglect. This tragedy shows how urgent the repair of this bridge is.”
The accident has once again drawn attention to the deteriorating condition of critical infrastructure in the area, with commuters describing the Namnai Bridge as a “death trap.”
As of the time of filing this report, details regarding the exact number of passengers onboard and confirmed casualties remain unclear, while rescue efforts are expected to continue.
