By Huldah Shado
Five people have been confirmed dead following a fatal accident during an illegal car race in Ipara, Remo, Ogun State, on Monday afternoon.
The crash occurred around 2 p.m. when suspected internet fraudsters staged an unauthorized race with a ₦30,000 wager.
One of the vehicles lost control and rammed into a roadside shop, killing two bystanders instantly.
Three occupants of the car later died from injuries sustained.
A community source said the tragedy was caused by reckless driving during the contest.
Videos from the scene showed lifeless bodies, a mangled car, and a damaged building, with onlookers wailing in shock.
Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency spokesperson, Babatunde Akinbiyi, confirmed the incident.
He said the driver died on the spot, while other injured occupants were taken to hospitals, where they were later confirmed dead.
