Fire Incident in Ilorin Claims One Life and Injures Others

On October 4, 2026, a tragic incident occurred along the Oko-Olowo Expressway at Iye-Maja Junction in Ilorin, where a commercial bus with registration number DTH840SA caught fire after a road crash. The bus was carrying 21 passengers when it suffered a punctured tyre, leading the driver to lose control and the vehicle to somersault before igniting.

The Kwara State Fire Service responded to the distress call and arrived at the scene at approximately 6:35 PM. Firefighters evacuated the passengers and initiated emergency operations.

Unfortunately, one person was confirmed dead, and those who sustained injuries were transported to the hospital for medical care. CFS Alabi Muhammed expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and urged commercial vehicle operators to ensure their vehicles are well-maintained and roadworthy.

He emphasized the importance of regular inspections of critical vehicle components to prevent such emergencies and advised motorists to exercise caution on highways.