A tragic road traffic crash occurred on October 4, 2025, at approximately 9:12 AM near the BASCO Hotel in Ihiala on the Ihiala-Owerri Road
. The incident involved six vehicles, resulting in one fatality (1 male) and four injuries (4 males). A total of eight individuals (all males) were involved in the collision.In a release,
the Sector Public Education Officer,FRSC Anambra State Command, SRC Margaret Onabe, said the vehicles involved in the crash included:A Mack trailer, a Lexus 350 SUV with registration number YAB-131-DA, an Inveco truck with registration number ABC-693-XD, a Mitsubishi L300 truck with registration number JJJ-488-SQ, a Toyota Camry with registration number MKA-331-AA, an Inveco tipper with registration number HAL-604-ZXAccording to eyewitnesses, the trailer was reportedly speeding, experienced brake failure, lost control, and collided with the other five vehicles.
This account provides a disturbing insight into the sequence of events leading up to the crash. The release informed that the injured victims were swiftly transported to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Ihiala for medical attention.
Tragically, however, one of the victims, the driver of the Lexus, was pronounced dead and was deposited in the hospital’s morgue.
The Sector Commander FRSC, Anambra State, *Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno* expressed her condolences to the family of the deceased victim and wished the injured, quick recovery.
She emphasized the importance of defensive driving techniques and adherence to traffic regulations. “We urge all drivers to exercise caution, drive within the designated speed limit, and maintain maximum concentration while driving. “The FRSC rescue team from RS5.34 Ihiala responded promptly, evacuating the injured victims to the hospital. They also cleared the scene and restored normal traffic flow.
The FRSC Anambra State Command appealed to motorists to be cautious and patient while driving, especially on highways, and also encouraged witnesses to report crashes promptly to FRSC Command centers, or through their toll-free number 122 for any road emergencies.
