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A truck belonging to the Dangote Group has collided with a water tanker along the Otukpo Federal Road in Benue State, causing temporary disruption to traffic flow.
The accident occurred opposite Asalane, resulting in a head-on collision between the two heavy-duty vehicles. Eyewitnesses reported significant visible damage to both trucks, with onlookers gathering at the scene as motorists slowed down to navigate the affected stretch.
While the exact circumstances leading to the crash remain unclear, residents described the impact as substantial. As of the time of this report, there has been no immediate official confirmation of casualties from the incident.
Security personnel and road users worked to ease congestion and restore normal traffic movement on the busy Otukpo corridor, a major route linking several communities within Benue State. Motorists were advised to exercise caution while plying the road.
The Otukpo Federal Road has witnessed several accidents involving articulated vehicles in recent times, raising renewed concerns about road safety, driver compliance with traffic regulations, and the condition of heavy-duty transport along the corridor.
No further details on injuries, vehicle recovery, or possible investigations have been released by authorities.
