Giant Billboard Collapses on Tricycles, Leaving Passengers Feared De@d(Video)

 

A shocking and tragic incident unfolded yesterday, Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Aba, Abia State, as a gigantic billboard reportedly collapsed onto tricycles, popularly known as "keke napep," carrying passengers. The disaster struck while it was raining, at the bustling Salad Market junction near the GIA Event Centre, plunging the area into chaos.

Eyewitness accounts from the scene paint a grim picture, with reports of passengers being trapped under the massive structure. Amidst the debris and frantic activity, a woman's voice was captured expressing the sheer horror, lamenting that "People are dead, people have died here completely," reflecting the immediate fears for those caught in the collapse.

As of the time of this report, official confirmation regarding the incident's details or the actual number of casualties has yet to be released by concerned authorities. Rescue efforts are undoubtedly underway, but the full extent of the tragedy remains unclear.

This devastating event serves as a stark and painful reminder of the critical importance of robust infrastructure maintenance and public safety in urban environments. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and the emergency responders at the scene of this heartbreaking disaster.