One individual was confirmed dead after a commercial bus transporting 21 passengers overturned and ignited on the Oko‑Olowo Expressway near Iye‑Maja Junction in [Ilorin](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ilorin), Kwara State.
The mishap happened on Sunday evening when the vehicle, bearing registration DTH840SA, allegedly suffered a punctured tyre while travelling.
[Kwara State Fire Service](https://fireservice.kwarastate.gov.ng) reported the accident on Monday, stating that the tyre failure caused the driver to lose control, leading the bus to roll over before catching fire.
According to public relations officer Hassan Adekunle, the fire brigade received an emergency call and reached the scene at approximately 6:35 p.m., where responders began rescue operations.
Passengers were evacuated from the burning coach, and those injured were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The chief fire officer, Alabi Muhammed, expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and wished a swift recovery to the injured.
He appealed to motorists, especially operators of commercial vehicles, to keep their fleets well‑maintained and road‑worthy before setting out.
Alabi specifically urged regular checks of tyres, brakes, electrical systems and other vital components to spot faults early and avoid similar emergencies.
He also called on drivers to exercise caution on highways and to report any incidents promptly to the appropriate emergency agencies.
The Kwara State Fire Service reaffirmed its commitment to rapid response and the protection of lives and property throughout the state.