Five people lost their lives and another suffered serious injuries when three trucks crashed and ignited on the Obajana‑Lokoja highway in Kogi State in the early hours of Sunday. The accident, which occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m. on 26 October 2023, resulted in a massive fire that reduced the vehicles, their loads and surrounding items to ash.
According to eyewitnesses, the three heavy‑duty trucks were travelling at top speed when they lost control and slammed into one another. The impact triggered an immediate blaze that quickly engulfed the three trucks. Local residents reported that the flames spread rapidly, making rescue efforts difficult.
The Kogi State Sector Commander of the [Federal Road Safety Corps](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federal_Road_Safety_Corps), Lawal Fagge, confirmed the incident on Monday. He stated that the trucks collided on the 18/10/26 at about 2:30 a.m., leaving five fatalities, one person seriously injured and another unhurt.
**What caused the crash?**
Fagge attributed the tragedy to excessive speeding, which caused the drivers to lose control of their vehicles. He emphasized that the high speed was the primary factor that led to the loss of control and subsequent collision.
**How were the victims attended to?**
The injured victim was rushed to the [Federal Teaching Hospital, Lokoja](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federal_Teaching_Hospital,_Lokoja) for emergency care. The deceased were taken to the hospital’s morgue for identification and further procedures.
The FRSC has urged motorists to observe speed limits, especially on busy inter‑state highways, and to exercise caution during night travel. The agency also announced that an investigation is underway to determine any additional contributing factors and to recommend measures that could prevent similar incidents in the future.
This accident adds to a growing list of road‑safety challenges in Nigeria, highlighting the need for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations and better driver education. Authorities continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.