Many people have been feared dead in an accident on Karu Bridge along the Nyanya-Keffi road in the Federal Capital Territory, (FCT), Abuja.
Eyewitnesses informed the crash which occurred around 5:30 pm involved a trailer and a vehicle conveying sachet water, commonly known as “pure water.”
The incident comes barely 24 hours after a crash claimed lives at the same location, raising concerns over road safety along the busy corridor.
Another eyewitness told our correspondent that the collision was serious, though official casualty figures have not been confirmed.
Emergency responders were seen at the scene, working to rescue victims and clear the wreckage.
The route, which links Abuja to Benue and Plateau States, has become increasingly notorious for road traffic accidents, prompting renewed concerns over safety measures and regulatory enforcement in the area.
Emergency responders are reportedly at the scene, although the exact number of casualties is yet to be officially confirmed.
Security operatives are also on ground to ensure law and order.
by Gbenga Omokhunu @theNation
