A significant explosion occurred on the Abuja-Keffi expressway near the Karu bridge, leaving many feared dead and several others injured. The blast, resulting from a tanker explosion, has severely impacted traffic flow on the crucial roadway in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory. The incident has also led to the destruction of multiple vehicles, adding to the scale of the disaster.
Authorities are working to assess the full extent of the incident and manage the aftermath. Emergency services are on the scene to provide aid to the injured and to clear the wreckage from the vital thoroughfare. The explosion has caused a major disruption, with the expressway being a key artery for commuters and transporters between Abuja and neighboring regions.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area as officials and first responders are engaged in rescue operations and efforts to restore normalcy on the affected route. Further updates are expected as investigations continue to determine the cause of the explosion and the full impact in terms of casualties and damages.
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