Fresh outrage has erupted in Edo State after another Dangote truck rammed into a car in front of Omega Fire Ministry, killing three people on the spot and leaving several others hospitalized. The accident, which eyewitnesses blame on an unlicensed driver, has once again spotlighted the growing menace of Dangote-owned trucks on Nigerian roads.
The devastating crash comes barely weeks after the tragic incident involving the sisters of BBNaija winner Phyna, who were victims of a similar Dangote truck mishap. The repeated occurrences have sparked anger and despair among Nigerians, with many questioning how long innocent lives will continue to be lost without accountability.
For grieving families, the pain is indescribable. Parents have lost children, siblings are mourning siblings, and in some cases, households are left shattered after losing their only breadwinner. Lokoja’s notorious Felele Road and other major highways continue to be bloodstained by these recurring crashes.
Outspoken activist and social critic, VeryDarkMan, has now weighed in, condemning the recurring carnage. In a fiery reaction, he accused Dangote Group of negligence and demanded urgent reforms.
“How many more families must be thrown into mourning before action is taken? These trucks are wiping out generations. If Dangote cannot control his drivers, the government must step in before more lives are wasted,” he fumed.
His words mirror the cries of countless Nigerians who have taken to the streets and social media, demanding stricter regulations, licensing reforms, and justice for victims of these tragedies.
As sorrow deepens in Edo and across the nation, the question remains: how many more coffins must be lowered into the ground before those responsible are held accountable?