You Have Our Full Support – Dangote Speaks After Truck Accident Leaves Phyna’s Sister Amputated
By SpringnewsNG Media Limited
The Dangote Group has pledged full support to Mrs. Ruth Otabor, sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Phyna, after she was involved in a devastating road accident with one of the company’s trucks in Auchi, Edo State.
The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, left Ruth with severe injuries that led to the amputation of both legs. Phyna took to her social media platforms to demand justice, sparking nationwide outrage and calls for accountability. Nollywood star Kate Henshaw and other public figures have also joined the campaign for justice in the past 24 hours.
In an official statement released on Thursday via its X account, Dangote Group confirmed that the truck involved in the accident belongs to the company. The firm assured Nigerians of its commitment to providing comprehensive medical care and appropriate compensation to the victim.
“Following the recent road accident in Auchi, Edo State, involving one of our trucks, which sadly resulted in injury to Mrs. Ruth Otabor, senior officials from Dangote Cement Plc, together with our insurance team, promptly visited the scene, engaged with law enforcement authorities, and visited the victim and her family at Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital.
This action reflects our unwavering commitment to the well-being of those affected. We are ensuring full support for Mrs. Otabor, including comprehensive medical care and appropriate compensation, in line with Dangote Group’s welfare policy. Our thoughts remain with Mrs. Ruth Otabor and her loved ones, and we wish her a full and speedy recovery,” the statement read.
Reports indicate that there have been multiple accidents involving Dangote trucks on Nigerian roads in recent years, prompting renewed concerns about road safety and corporate accountability.
