Several passengers have been feared dead in multiple accidents along the Ilesa-Akure Highway, Osun State on Monday.

Thelagostimes gathered that the accident occurred around 11:35 am at Erin Ijesa, a town in the Oriade Local Government Area when a diesel-laden tanker spilled its content on the highway, causing explosions that affected several vehicles.

About seven vehicles, including an 18-passenger commercial bus were reportedly burnt.

Spokesperson for Osun Command of Nigeria Police Force, Yemisi Opalola, confirmed the accident, saying the number of the victims could not be ascertained yet.

Details later…