Many persons on Sunday were feared dead in a motor accident in Nkwere junction along Onitsha-Awka expressway, Anambra state.
The accident, which occurred minutes ago, involved a commercial mini bus and a tanker.
A witness said bodies of the victims were littered on the road.
“There was a fatal accident at Nkwere (33) involving a mini bus and a tanker. Many lives were lost,” he said.
The Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Andrew Kumapayi confirmed the incident.
He said, “A fatal crash involving a bus belonging to CDO transport Company just occurred this evening, 22nd November, 2020 at Nkwere junction, along Onitsha-Awka expressway.
“FRSC rescue team from Nteje Unit has been mobilised.”
More development expected.
Credit: The Nation