Two killed, several injured as speeding truck crashes into vehicles, pedestrians in Ibadan

Author: Akinbayo WahabPublished on: April 5, 2026Country: Nigeria

Crime & Law

Two killed, several injured as speeding truck crashes into vehicles, pedestrians in Ibadan

A tragic road accident occurred at Soka Junction in Ibadan along the Ibadan-Lagos Expressway, resulting in two fatalities and several injuries. The crash, which happened on Saturday night around 10:10 p.m., involved multiple vehicles, including a badly damaged Toyota Venza and BMW. Witnesses reported that the truck driver, Abdullahi Bashiru, allegedly lost control due to reckless driving and excessive speed.

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