Six Dead as Petrol-Laden Tanker Loses Control in Ibadan, Oyo State

At least six people have been feared dead and several others injured after a petrol-laden tanker lost control, causing widespread destruction along Beere–Oje Road in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

The 33,000-litre tanker, owned by a major petroleum marketing company, reportedly suffered brake failure while descending from the Beere Roundabout, damaging vehicles and property in its path. The area is a busy hub populated by traders, artisans, and daily commuters.

Eyewitnesses said the incident occurred roughly an hour after officials from the Oyo State enforcement team arrived to enforce a ban on street trading.

Assistant Superintendent Muftau Amao of the Oyo State Fire Service condemned the persistence of illegal street trading, warning that stricter measures would be implemented to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

Police authorities in Oyo State have yet to release an official statement regarding the incident.