A tipper lorry belonging to a construction firm lost control and rammed into the main entrance of the Gombe State Government House on Tuesday, causing extensive damage to the newly renovated multi-million Naira gate.
Tragedy was narrowly averted in Gombe on Tuesday when a tipper lorry loaded with sand lost control and rammed into the main entrance gate of the newly constructed Gombe State Government House. The truck, which belongs to the construction firm Tricta Nigeria Ltd, was reportedly engaged in road construction activities within the state capital when the incident occurred. Eyewitnesses stated that the driver lost control while approaching a nearby roundabout, causing the heavy vehicle to veer off the road and smash directly into the high-security perimeter of the seat of power.
While the collision resulted in no fatalities, the driver of the truck sustained various injuries and was rushed to an undisclosed medical facility where he is currently receiving treatment. The scene was marked by a frantic scramble for safety, as several nearby pedestrians and security personnel stationed at the gate managed to run clear of the vehicle’s path just moments before the impact. Beyond the physical injuries to the driver, the crash caused “significant damage to the newly installed multi-million Naira gate,” a centerpiece of the ongoing comprehensive renovation of the entire Government House complex.
As of Tuesday evening, the wreckage of the sand-filled lorry remained at the scene while authorities worked to assess the structural integrity of the damaged entrance. There has been no official statement from the Gombe State Government or the relevant security agencies regarding the potential cause of the mechanical failure or the estimated cost of repairs for the newly commissioned gate. The incident has raised concerns among local residents regarding the safety of heavy construction machinery operating in high-traffic administrative zones, especially as the state continues its urban renewal projects.
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