A devastating accident occurred at the popular Eleyele Bus Stop in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Wednesday afternoon, resulting in numerous fatalities and injuries.
A truck loaded with granite lost control and crashed into a motor park, hitting roadside traders and passengers.
Eyewitnesses described the chaotic scene, emphasizing the devastation and panic that ensued. The driver of the truck fled the scene to avoid being mobbed, further complicating the aftermath of the tragedy.
Rescue operations are currently ongoing, and authorities have stated that the exact number of casualties remains unknown as they work to clear the wreckage.
Rosemary Alo, the Oyo State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), confirmed the tragic incident and mentioned that roadside traders had previously been warned about the dangers of conducting business in the area.
She indicated that efforts would be intensified to enforce a ban on street trading in the vicinity to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Emergency responders are focused on removing the truck to prevent additional accidents and restore normal traffic flow in the area.
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