6 Persons Died as Gas Truck Explodes at Kogi Army Checkpoint on Abuja-Lokoja Highway

No fewer than six people lost their lives on Tuesday night after a gas-laden truck exploded at an Army checkpoint along the Abuja-Lokoja Federal Highway in Kogi State, igniting a massive fire that spread to other vehicles.​

According to an eyewitness, the truck, which was conveying gas cylinders, exploded as it approached the checkpoint. The driver and his motor boy were burnt to death, while three other trucks were engulfed, killing their drivers and motor boys.

The affected trucks bore registration numbers from Jigawa State, Lagos State and the FCT. Victims’ remains were evacuated to the General Hospital, Abaji, while burnt vehicles were cleared to restore traffic flow. Police authorities are yet to officially comment.

Key Points:

Six lives were lost, including drivers and motor boys, in the tragic explosion.
The explosion caused a chain reaction, destroying multiple vehicles.
Motorists and commuters on the Abuja-Lokoja highway were temporarily stranded.
The incident raises questions about safety protocols at checkpoints.
The timing of the explosion, at night, may have reduced the potential death toll.

The official response from the Kogi State Police Command and any safety reviews at checkpoints following the incident.