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Tipper truck with its bucket filled with sand rammed into two commercial buses along Sakponba road in Benin City killing over 9 persons.

The accident occurred early this morning according to eye witnesses’ account.

It would be recalled on August 22, 2017, a tipper truck driver on same road rammed into commercial bus by Oka Market area killing 9 persons.

Photographs posted by residents in Benin shows the accident occurred about 7:30 a.m today around Bureau De Change quarters well known as Erie by Ogbelaka junction along Sakponba road in the Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area of Edo State.

Some of the eye witnesses said the tipper truck driver was trying to overtake another truck when the vehicle rammed into the commercial buses.

Others said the truck and the commercial vehicles were on speed.

Tribune newspaper quoted the Edo State Command of the Nigeria Police Force spokesperson, Bello Kontongs, the police saying, only 4 persons died, that the truck coming from Upper Sakponba road lost control and ran into a white bus, killing 3 persons at the spot while one died on the way to the hospital. Adding, other injured victims have been rushed to the hospital for treatment.

Osazuwa Akonedo

Osazuwa Akonedo is a Nigerian media professional, author, and consultant. His work spans various sectors of communication and literature: Journalism and Media: He is the founder of OsazuwaAkonedo, which focuses on news analysis and commentary. He also provides consultancy services in media and banking. Literature: He is a published playwright and author of Nigerian literature. One of his notable works is the drama titled The End Shall Tell: What Exam Malpractice Can Cause, which addresses educational and social issues in Nigeria. Reporting: He frequently reports on regional news, particularly concerning Edo State and broader Nigerian current affairs. Credit: Google Gemini AI Mode Osazuwa Akonedo is a Nigerian media creator, journalist, and entrepreneur who engages audiences via news reporting, social media content, music, and a mobile application. Professional Background and Company Osazuwa Akonedo is associated with OSAZUWAAKONEDO LIMITED, a company registered in Nigeria that operates in media consultancy and news services  The company is headquartered in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria, and has been active in publishing news in various formats including text, audio, video, and photos  Social Media and Online Platforms Osazuwa Akonedo maintains a strong online presence on several platforms: TikTok: Shares news updates and reports, for example, covering police operations in Nigeria  YouTube: Operates a channel where he uploads videos on current affairs and news content  Twitter/X: Active under the handle @akonedo_osazuwa, posting updates on events and news  Facebook: Profiles listing his connection to news and media activities can be found on Facebook  Mobile App: Offers a dedicated mobile application for news access through Google Play (Osazuwa Akonedo News App) providing text, video, and photo news formats  News Reporting and Content He produces news content covering national and local stories, including criminal activities, government updates, and investigative reports   His reporting spans multiple formats, making it accessible to a wide audience through online platforms, mobile apps, and social media  Other Contributions In addition to journalism, Osazuwa Akonedo has also ventured into audio releases, such as “Former Justice Minister Abubakar Malami Begs Nigerians For Justice” released on January 25, 2026   He also hosts podcasts documenting significant events, e.g, NDLEA arrests related to historical criminal cases  Summary Osazuwa Akonedo is a multifaceted media professional engaged in journalism, social media content creation, music, and technology via his news app. He utilizes platforms like TikTok, YouTube, Twitter/X, Facebook, and mobile applications to disseminate news and reach audiences both locally and internationally Credit: Azure AI

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