Nigeria Leagues
Abubakar Bukola Saraki Football Club escapes tragedy in road accident

By Dayo Awoniyi
A potential tragedy was narrowly avoided on Monday morning when players and officials of Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC were involved in a road accident.
The Ilorin-based team was returning from their Nigeria National League (NNL) matches in Lagos when the incident occurred along the Ogbomoso-Ilorin expressway.
Fortunately, no lives were lost in the accident, although some members of the team sustained injuries.
Club Media Director, Tosh Michaels, confirmed the incident and expressed relief that no fatalities were recorded. While the accident could have had devastating consequences, the team emerged with only minor injuries.
The news sent shockwaves through the Nigerian football community, with fans and well-wishers expressing their concern for the team’s safety. ABS Ilorin FC, competing in the NNL, remains focused on recovery, and ensuring the well-being of all players and officials is their top priority.
The cause of the accident remains unknown, though investigations are expected to take place to determine the circumstances. In the meantime, the team will concentrate on recovering from their injuries and preparing for their next match.
This close call recounts the risks involved in traveling for football matches, but with the team’s resilience, fans are hopeful that ABS Ilorin FC can overcome this ordeal and return to the pitch stronger than ever.