A devastating motor accident occurred on Karu Bridge, located between Kugbo and Nyanya in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on March 19, 2025.
According to the Head of Forecasting Response and Mitigation division of FCT Emergency Management Agency, FEMA,Mr Mark Nyam
the accident, which took place at 7:14 pm, involved a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) truck and several other vehicles.
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According to eyewitnesses and emergency responders, the driver of the CNG truck lost control while navigating the bridge, resulting in a collision with other vehicles and a subsequent explosion.
Emergency services, including the FCT Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Fire Service, FCT Fire Service, Nigeria Police Force, and National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), promptly responded to the scene.
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Rescue efforts are currently underway to assist those affected by the accident.