The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) said the deadly auto crash at the border town of Jibiya, Katsina State which resulted in death of eight persons was caused by break failure.
In a statement by the Public Relations Officer DC, Joseph Attah, the service expressed sadness over the unfortunate accident.
Many others were injured in the crash.
Attah said the service is doing all it takes to get the best treatment possible for the injured and will do what it can to ameliorate the pains of those who lost their loved ones.
“The Comptroller-General of Customs, Col. Hameed Ibrahim Ali (retd) and the entire staff of Nigeria Customs Service are deeply saddened by the unfortunate operation accident that resulted in the death of fellow Nigerians and injuries to others.
“As a responsible government agency, we are mindful of the duty of care imposed upon us to ensure the safety of our citizens. Unfortunately, our efficiency is sometimes undermined by unanticipated failures in our equipment as in this case which was caused by break failure resulting in the death of eight (8) fellow Nigerians and injuries to others at the border town of Jibiya, Katsina State.
“Nigeria Customs Service shares in the pains of losing these compatriots and extends heartfelt condolences to the immediate families of the deceased, government and the people of Katsina State. The service is doing all it takes to get the best treatment possible for the injured and will do what it can to ameliorate the pains of those who lost their loved ones.
“Even though, human actions cannot always keep society accident free, the CGC has already directed holistic investigation into the incident with a view to preventing a reoccurrence of this unfortunate accident in the future,” Attah said.
He called on all well-meaning Nigerians to show understanding of the situation and offer words or actions that can help heal those in pains.
“As a Service, our hearts and prayers go to the families of the bereaved and those in hospitals,” Attah added.
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