A somber cloud hangs over the family of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Phyna, following a devastating accident that has left her sister with life-altering injuries. The incident, which occurred on August 13, 2025, near Auchi Polytechnic in Edo State, involved a truck belonging to the Dangote Group and has since ignited a firestorm of public outrage and a desperate plea for help.
The tragic event resulted in the crushing of both legs of Phyna’s sister. After battling to save the limbs, medical professionals were forced to perform a double amputation, a heartbreaking outcome that has forever changed the young woman’s life.
As news of the accident spread, so did the photograph of the alleged driver—a young man purported to be in his early twenties. His image, now circulating widely on social media, has become a focal point for public anger. Many are questioning the hiring and training practices of the logistics arm of the Dangote conglomerate, with netizens asking why someone so young was entrusted with such a powerful and potentially dangerous vehicle. Allegations of reckless driving have fueled demands for justice and corporate accountability.
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The case has drawn the attention of social media activists like Very Dark Man, amplifying the call for the Dangote Group to take responsibility. However, the incident has also sparked a broader conversation about a perceived pattern of similar accidents involving the company’s distinctive trucks. Critics are quick to point out that numerous accidents, some fatal, have occurred in the past with what they claim is minimal consequence, often with drivers fleeing the scene. They argue that only the victim’s connection to a celebrity has brought this particular case into the national spotlight.
In a passionate and emotional appeal, Phyna has directly called upon the President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, to intervene. Drawing a poignant comparison, she stated that Dangote would not allow his own biological daughter to be treated solely in a Nigerian hospital if she faced such a grave situation. She pleaded with the billionaire industrialist to “treat her sister like his daughter” and use his resources to fly her abroad for advanced medical treatment and prosthetic care.
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This call has been met with widespread support from fans and the public alike, who are now watching closely to see how Africa’s richest man and his corporation will respond. The pressure is mounting, but as of now, the Dangote Group has remained silent, issuing no official statement regarding the accident, the driver, or the family’s demands.
The question on everyone’s mind is: will Phyna’s sister get the specialized care abroad that her family is pleading for? Only time will tell.
What’s your experience with Dangote truck drivers? Have you witnessed reckless driving or been affected by a similar incident? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Outrage Erupts as Photos of Young Driver in Dangote Truck Accident That Cost Phyna’s Sister Her Legs Surface.
