Six Dead in Abuja Trailer Accident: Latest Updates

Tragic Abuja Trailer Accident: Six Fatalities Reported

​A tragic accident occurred near Abuja on March 19, 2025, when a trailer carrying cement lost control and collided with 14 vehicles halted in traffic near the Nyanya Bridge, approximately 10 kilometers from the capital. The impact resulted in a massive fire, leading to the deaths of at least six individuals who were extracted from the wreckage and later pronounced dead at the hospital.

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command confirmed the incident, noting that the trailer, identified as belonging to Dangote Group, was heavily loaded with cement. The crash caused widespread panic as bystanders and motorists scrambled for safety.

Emergency responders, including the police and fire service personnel, promptly arrived at the scene to manage the inferno and restore normal traffic flow. The FCT Police Command extended condolences to the families of the victims and assured the public of a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the disaster and prevent future occurrences.

Fatal truck accidents are common along major roads in Nigeria, largely due to the absence of an efficient railway system for cargo transportation. This incident underscores the urgent need for improved safety measures and infrastructure development to prevent such tragedies in the future.