A diesel tanker lost its brakes and crashed into several vehicles on the Iwo Road‑Ojoo Expressway in Ibadan, killing at least five residents of Oyo State.
The collision occurred on the busy expressway that links the city centre with the Iwo Road area, a route frequently used by commuters and commercial traffic.
Emergency services were dispatched to the scene, but the impact was severe enough to cause multiple fatalities. The incident has raised concerns about vehicle safety and road maintenance on the expressway.
Authorities have not yet released a statement on the cause of the brake failure or whether any other injuries were sustained. The incident is under investigation by local police and transport officials.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>