The Nigerian football community has been left shaken following a serious road accident involving Calabar Rovers FC, who were traveling to Lagos for a league fixture against Sporting Lagos.
Entrust Media News Gathered that the incident occurred in Delta State, where the team bus reportedly lost control and somersaulted multiple times before coming to rest on its side. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene, with players and officials trapped inside the vehicle as passersby rushed to help.
Despite the severity of the crash, there have been no confirmed fatalities a development many see as a stroke of luck. However, several members of the team sustained injuries. While some are being treated for minor wounds, others are said to be in more serious condition.
Emergency responders arrived shortly after the accident and evacuated the injured to nearby hospitals, where they are currently receiving medical attention.
In the aftermath, support has begun to pour in from across the football community, with fans and stakeholders expressing concern and solidarity with the club. For now, the focus has shifted away from football to the well-being of the players and staff involved.
Further updates are expected from club officials as more information becomes available, particularly regarding the condition of those injured and any implications for upcoming fixtures.
At this moment, the priority remains the recovery of everyone affected, with hopes high for positive news in the coming days.
