Tragic Abuja Accident Claims Six Lives, Destroys 14 Vehicles in Fiery Inferno
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed the death of six people and the destruction of 14 vehicles in a devastating accident that triggered a wildfire in Abuja.
According to the command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, the tragic incident occurred on March 19, 2025, around 6:58 PM before Nyanya Bridge. A distress call was received by the Karu Division, reporting the horrifying scene.
She explained that a Dangote trailer, heavily loaded with cement and approaching Nyanya Bridge from AYA, lost control and crashed into stationary vehicles caught in traffic. The impact ignited a raging inferno, engulfing 14 vehicles and causing widespread panic as bystanders and motorists scrambled for safety.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene, battling thick smoke and intense heat to rescue those trapped. Six victims were pulled from the wreckage and rushed to the hospital, but tragically, medical personnel confirmed them dead. Their remains have been deposited at Karu General Hospital Morgue.
Police operatives, in collaboration with the fire service, other security agencies, and courageous individuals at the scene, managed to contain the inferno, restoring normal traffic flow.
The FCT Police Command extended its deepest condolences to the victims’ families and assured the public of a thorough investigation into the disaster to prevent future occurrences.
Residents are urged to drive cautiously, adhere to speed limits, and report emergencies or suspicious activities via the FCT Command emergency numbers.
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