Truck collision on Calabar–Itu highway leaves one dead
A fatal accident on the Calabar–Itu Federal Highway has resulted in the death of a truck driver and left several others injured. The crash, involving two articulated trucks, has highlighted ongoing concerns about the poor state of the road. Eyewitnesses, including Samuel Otu and Odudu David, blamed the deteriorating highway for the tragedy. Authorities have responded by clearing the wreckage and urging for faster rehabilitation of the road.
What we know
- Two trucks collided head-on along the Calabar–Itu Federal Highway, killing one driver instantly.
- Eyewitnesses, including Samuel Otu, said the crash was caused by a truck swerving to avoid a bad portion of the road.
- The truck carrying stones rammed into another truck transporting palm oil, resulting in extensive damage and a temporary traffic gridlock.
- Odudu David called on the government to speed up repairs to prevent further accidents and loss of life.
- Innocent Tommy Etuk, the Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, confirmed the incident and said officers cleared the scene to restore traffic flow.
