Three policemen have lost their lives in a car accident that happened in Giwa local government area in Kaduna state.
The three policemen were on their way to Giwa local government after attending the Hawan Dauche festival in Zaria city on Sunday, where the accident happened at around 9pm, according to BBC Hausa.
It was reported that one of the tires of the police vehicle exploded in Sako village, Kidanda, which also resulted in the death of the three officers, the report by BBC Hausa added.
Three others were injured, where they were rushed to the hospital to take care of their health according to the sources.
Photos that have been seen, show the police officers, where some of them got serious injuries on their heads.
The State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Mohammed Jalige, confirmed the accident and prayed for the deceased officers and wished the injured a speedy recovery.