A heartbreaking accident in Rivers State has left a mother grieving after three of her children were reportedly killed by a vehicle driven by a woman learning how to drive.
The tragic incident has sparked outrage online and within the community after details emerged about how the children lost their lives within seconds.
According to eyewitness accounts, the children were standing outside their family gate with their mother before the accident happened. However, the woman reportedly stepped aside briefly to answer a phone call moments before the vehicle crashed into the children.
The tragedy reportedly involved a lady who was being taught how to drive by her boyfriend at the time of the accident.
Residents said the vehicle suddenly lost control and rammed into the children without warning.
Sadly, three siblings aged 10, 4, and 3 were confirmed dead after the crash.
Meanwhile, a fourth child reportedly survived the incident and is receiving attention following the traumatic experience.
The grieving mother was later seen in a viral video crying uncontrollably while recounting the painful moment.
According to her, she personally picked up the bodies of her children after the crash.
She emotionally revealed that her daily school alarm still rings every morning despite the sudden silence in her home.
Furthermore, the incident has triggered emotional reactions across social media platforms, with many Nigerians demanding justice for the affected family.
Residents within the area also shared disturbing claims surrounding the moments after the crash.
According to witnesses, the boyfriend allegedly attempted to switch seats with the woman in order to appear as the actual driver.
However, the children’s mother reportedly held him until neighbours arrived at the scene.
The Rivers State Police Command has since confirmed the incident and announced that investigations are ongoing.
Moreover, community members have called for stricter regulations regarding driving lessons in residential areas.
Others also stressed the importance of proper supervision during driving lessons to avoid similar tragedies.
