At least five people are feared dead after a diesel tanker reportedly lost control and crushed four commercial cars along the Iwo Road–Ojoo Expressway in Ibadan, Oyo State.
The tragic accident happened on Saturday at Aduloju Bus Stop, opposite Dominion City.
The tanker, said to be fully loaded with diesel, reportedly crashed into four Nissan Micra cars carrying passengers.
The impact badly damaged the vehicles, leaving several passengers trapped inside the wreckage.
According to early reports linked to the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA), the tanker may have been moving at high speed before the driver lost control.
Brake failure is also suspected, but the exact cause of the accident has not been confirmed.
Eyewitnesses Describe Terrible Scene
People who witnessed the accident described the scene as frightening.
Residents and passers-by rushed to help those trapped inside the damaged cars before rescue workers arrived.
One eyewitness said the tanker suddenly moved towards the commercial cars, giving the passengers little chance to escape.
Officials of OYRTMA, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), and the Nigeria Police later arrived at the scene to rescue victims and control traffic.
Reports also indicated that bodies of those feared dead were being taken to a nearby morgue, while injured passengers were rushed to hospitals for treatment.
However, the authorities had not officially confirmed the number of deaths and injuries at the time of filing this report.
Heavy Traffic as Rescue Operations Continue
The accident caused serious traffic delays along the busy Iwo Road–Ojoo Expressway as rescue teams worked to remove the damaged vehicles and clear the road.
Motorists were advised to drive carefully, avoid speeding, and ensure their vehicles were in good condition before travelling.
The tragic incident has again raised concerns about the dangers of heavy-duty trucks and tankers on major roads.
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