WATCH THE VIDEO HERE A tragic accident occurred yesterday afternoon in Aba, Abia State, when a large billboard collapsed during a heavy downpour, crushing several tricycles and injuring numerous passengers. The incident happened at the busy Salad Market junction, near the GIA Event Centre. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as strong winds brought down the towering structure without warning, trapping tricycles underneath its weight. Several passengers were left injured, while fatalities are feared, though official casualty figures have yet to be confirmed. Emergency services, along with local engineers and first responders, quickly arrived at the scene to assist in the rescue efforts. Injured individuals were rushed to nearby hospitals for urgent medical treatment, while the remains of those who may have died were reportedly taken to a local morgue. The authorities have yet to issue an official statement regarding the cause of the collapse or the total number of casualties. Investigations are expected to follow.
ABIA: Billboard collapse injures passengers, crushes tricycles
