Two Dead as Dangote Truck Rams into Family Home in Cross River
A tragic accident has been reported in Iwuru Obio Ntan community in the Biase Local Government Area of Cross River State, where a Dangote truck reportedly rammed into a family house, resulting in two fatalities.
According to eyewitness accounts, the truck, which was heavily loaded with Dangote cement, was allegedly traveling at high speed. The vehicle reportedly veered off the road and crashed directly into the house, killing two occupants on the spot.
The accident has sparked outrage and sorrow, with concerns rising again over the frequency of fatal road accidents involving heavy-duty trucks.
The community is mourning the tragic loss of life, particularly following other recent, unrelated fatalities.
As of the time of reporting, attempts to reach the Police Commissioner in Cross River State for comment on the incident have been unsuccessful.
The tragedy renews urgent calls for authorities to address the issue of road safety and reckless driving by heavy-duty vehicle operators.
