Trailer Loses Control, Crashes Into FMC Fence In Abia

A heavy-duty trailer loaded with iron rods, on Thursday, crashed into the perimeter fence of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Umuahia, after reportedly losing compression while climbing a hill along the Umuahia–Ikot Ekpene Expressway in Abia State.
The accident, which occurred at about 2:00 a.m. near Finbarrs Road and close to the Abia State High Court, left part of the busy federal highway obstructed and triggered a major traffic gridlock during the morning rush hour.
Speaking on the incident, the trailer driver, who declined to disclose his identity, said the vehicle developed a mechanical fault while ascending the hill.
According to him, “The trailer lost compression while climb...