Five killed, eight rescued in Ibadan accident

Five bodies have been recovered from a scene of an accident involving multiple vehicles in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

DAILY POST gathered that eight people were also rescued from the scene.

Our correspondent learnt that the incident occurred Friday evening around Satguru Mahraji Ji village along the Lagos/Ibadan Expressway.

DAILY POST gathered that the accident involved six trucks, two Toyota Hilux vans and two cars.

It was learnt that the one of the trucks collided with a truck parked on the road, leading to a collision which claimed five people.

Those rescued have been rushed to hospital for medical attention.

Chairman, Oyo State Fire Service, Maroof Akinwande, confirmed the incident.

Akinwande explained that the accident was as a result of break failure.

He said, “Upon arrival, we discovered that the accident involved six trucks (gas tankers and trailer trucks) and two cars, resulting in a fire outbreak.

“Five persons recovered and eight rescued, handed over to the team of FRSC led by SRC Adegbite from Toll-Gate, Ibadan for further medical attention in the nearest hospital.

“The incident was a result of break failure.”