On Thursday, July 25, 2024 at Evening hour, a major incident occurred at Lokogoma Market in Lokoja, Kogi State. An articulated truck, which was carrying a container, caught fire and subsequently lost control due to brake failure. ...CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING.>>
The container fell onto two parked cars, crushing them and trapping several passengers inside.
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Emergency services and rescue teams rushed to the scene to assist, and efforts were underway to free those trapped. Despite the severity of the crash, an eyewitness who recorded a video of the accident reported that there were no fatalities. The video confirmed that all individuals inside the cars were rescued and received medical attention.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the brake failure and the fire to prevent future incidents. The accident highlights ongoing safety concerns in busy market areas and the need for stringent vehicle maintenance and safety checks.
