Two die as trucks collide, catch fire on Anambra road

On Thursday evening, a tragic collision between two commercial trucks resulted in the death of two individuals and injuries to two others on the Awka-Enugu Expressway in Anambra State. The accident, which occurred around 11:47pm, caused significant traffic disruption due to the extensive blockage it created on the road. Eyewitnesses reported that the crash, involving two male adult passengers in each vehicle, led to one truck being crushed and a fire breaking out, resulting in an explosion.

The Federal Road Safety Corps confirmed the incident, stating that two commercial trucks were involved. Neither vehicle had visible registration numbers. The victims, both males, were rescued by good Samaritans and transported to Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu Teaching Hospital in Awka. The cause of the crash was attributed to speeding and loss of control, with the weather conditions at the time being dark and the road covered with asphalt.

Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno emphasized the need for motorists to avoid speeding, especially in construction zones, and to adhere to traffic regulations. She also urged authorities to expedite ongoing construction work to prevent unsafe double-way movement on a single lane. The Corps reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring road safety and encouraged the public to report emergencies by calling the FRSC toll-free line 122.