Truck Accident Claims Life of VIO Officer in Akure

A Vehicle Inspection Officer lost his life after being crushed by a truck along Hospital Road, opposite Mega Primary School, in Akure. The incident occurred when the officer attempted to intercept the truck while it was traveling in the fast lane but failed to stop it in time.

Eyewitnesses reported that the vehicle struck him, leaving him trapped beneath the trailer. The scene was chaotic, with residents and onlookers visibly distressed.

A video shared by Akure-based radio station Crest FM captured the panic among the officer's colleagues as they witnessed the tragic event unfold. Bystanders were heard shouting, and a crowd gathered around the crash site.

As of the report on Friday, October 9, 2026, the officer's identity had not been confirmed, and the circumstances leading to his attempt to stop the truck remained unclear. No official statement from relevant authorities had been issued at that time.