Tragedy struck late Thursday night in Ibadan, Oyo State, when a fatal motor accident claimed the lives of five people in the General Gas Area of Akobo.
The accident, which occurred between 11:00 p.m. and midnight, took place just opposite the NNPCL Filling Station in the area.
According to eyewitnesses, the collision involved a commercial Nissan Micra, which was carrying five passengers, and a long truck. The impact of the crash was so severe that it resulted in the tragic loss of all five lives.
While the identities of those involved in the crash have not been confirmed, the vehicle was reportedly a commercial one, suggesting the passengers were likely traveling for business purposes.
At the time of the accident, emergency response teams and local authorities were quickly alerted, and rescue operations were carried out to recover the victims from the wreckage. However, due to the extent of the damage, all five passengers were pronounced dead at the scene.
Details regarding the circumstances of the crash remain unclear as of this report. Authorities have yet to release information on whether speed, poor road conditions, or mechanical failure played a role in the incident.
Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the collision, and police are expected to release further updates in the coming hours.
The NNPCL Filling Station, where the accident occurred, has witnessed similar incidents in the past, raising concerns about the need for better road safety measures in the area.
Locals have expressed their concerns about the rising number of accidents in Akobo and called for increased surveillance and improvements in road infrastructure, particularly in high-traffic zones such as the General Gas Area.
As of now, the driver of the long truck involved in the crash has not been located, and authorities are working to identify both the driver and the truck owner.
Investigations are expected to intensify as the local police gather evidence from the scene, including CCTV footage from nearby businesses that may have captured the events leading to the crash.
In the meantime, residents of the area are grieving the loss of the victims, with many expressing shock at the scale of the tragedy.
Community leaders and local organizations have called for a moment of silence in memory of the victims and urged drivers to be more cautious when traveling, particularly during the late hours.
The General Gas Area of Akobo, a busy hub for both residential and commercial traffic, is known for its dense traffic and narrow roads.
Residents have repeatedly called on local authorities to address road safety issues in the area, citing the frequent accidents that have claimed lives in the past.
The Oyo State Government has yet to issue an official statement, but further updates on the investigation and any planned measures to improve road safety in the region are expected soon.
For now, the tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving and the need for better infrastructure to prevent such accidents in the future.
