The Sun reports that the accident occurred as a result of a failed attempt at overtaking an articulated vehicle.

A witness said the bus, driven by one Amosu Ibrahim, aged 40, crashed into a bush while trying to avoid a collision with an on-coming truck bearing registration number XA344WRR.

The accident led to the loss of eight lives, including both drivers.

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The 10 injured passengers were rushed to the Dan Tsoho Hospital.