Government has declared 3 days of mourning starting today in respect of 22 people who perished in a tragic accident involving a Gaaga Bus, a tractor and a lorry at Nanda Village, Kiryandongo district on Friday 25th May 2018.
According to Prime Minister Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda, the current death toll stands at 22 and the injured are being treated, while others have been discharged.
Government will also contribute 5 million shillings per victim's family to assist in burial arrangements, and 3 million shillings per person that sustained serious injuries.
UPDF airlifted victims with serious injuries for specialized treatment in Kampala.
The Prime Minister says that while the country awaits the details from Police, initial investigations point to speeding and vehicles in faulty mechanical conditions as the cause of the accident.
“The traffic police must step up vigilance on the roads, especially ensuring that vehicles that are not roadworthy are not on the roads. Speed limits must also be observed” the Premier said.
He also appealed to motorists to drive carefully and be disciplined on the road. “Even without police, passengers should prevail over errant drivers” he added.
