Road Accident in Abia: Six Lives Lost, Government Urged to Improve Road Safety [Video]

A tragic road accident in Mmuri, Ohafia LGA, Abia state, resulted in the deaths of six people when a Metrix147 trailer overturned and trapped several individuals under its weight
Despite rescue efforts, many victims succumbed to their injuries, prompting calls for better emergency response and road safety measures
The Abia State Road Traffic and Safety Management Agency has confirmed the incident and reopened the road following the tragic event

A tragic road accident in the Mmuri axis of Ohafia local government area of Abia state has resulted in the deaths of six individuals.

The incident occurred on December 22 at approximately 1:30 pm when a Metrix147 trailer filled with chippings overturned, trapping several people under its crushing weight.

Tragic loss of lives in abia state. Photo credit: FRSCNig/XSource: Twitter

Eyewitnesses reported that despite the victims’ pleas for help, rescue efforts were insufficient to save their lives.