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Tacha Demands N10bn Compensation from Dangote Group Over Truck Accident Involving Phyna’s Sister

By Dele Fashomi 2 weeks ago

Former Big Brother Naija star Tacha has called on the Dangote Group to take accountability after one of its trucks was involved in a severe accident with Phyna’s sister, Ruth, leading to the amputation of her leg.

In a post on X, Tacha urged the company to address the reckless driving of its employees and provide significant compensation to Ruth and her family.

She demanded N10 billion as restitution, emphasizing that while the amount cannot undo the physical and emotional trauma, it would serve as a step toward justice.

The Dangote Group must pay heavily for their drivers’ negligence. They should compensate Ruth with $10 million—though no amount can bring back her leg or undo the pain,” Tacha stated.

The accident, which occurred on August 13, 2025, in Auchi, Edo State, has ignited public outrage, with many Nigerians calling for stricter road safety regulations. Ruth, a recent graduate of Auchi Polytechnic, was struck by the truck while leaving campus, resulting in the loss of her leg and internal injuries. The driver attempted to escape but was caught by witnesses.

Following the incident, Dangote Group representatives and their insurance team visited the scene, coordinated with authorities, and met Ruth’s family at Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, promising full medical support and compensation.

Meanwhile, Phyna has continued to push for justice, demanding stricter corporate accountability to prevent future tragedies.

The case has amplified discussions on road safety and corporate responsibility in Nigeria, with many joining Tacha in demanding systemic changes.

About The Author

Dele Fashomi

Dele Fashomi, seasoned journalist and communication teacher, is a holder of Master of Arts degree in Communication and Language Arts from the University of Ibadan in 1992/93.

Earlier, he had bagged a Bachelor degree from the same university in 1984, after which he proceeded to the Nigerian Institute of Journalism, Lagos, in 1990, for a postgraduate diploma in Journalism.

He had done many courses in communication, including the EU-BBC Editing Course in 2002.

Mr. Fashomi combines effectively the practice, research and teaching of communication. And to date, he has published two academic works in communication: Issues in Communication Technology and Policy (2010) and Economic and Social Issues in Advertising and PR (2013).

He had his first break in the Nigerian media in Concord Newspapers in 1990 and today, he has over two and half decades experience earned in several newspapers.

He has been part of many start-ups, such as The Republic (1987), The Comet (1999), The Anchor 2001 – 2002; Sun Newspapers (2003); Westerner newsmagazine (2005 – 2010) as Editor; National Life (2011) as Sunday Editor, and Newswatch Newspapers (2012- 2016) as Daily Editor.

Dele Fashomi is now the Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of Newstide247.com newspaper online, which he started in July 2015. He is also into biography writing, with many books in his trail, some of which he wrote alone and one he co- authored with his mentor, Mr Dare Babarinsa, entitled:  Olabiyi Durojaiye – DARE TO BE DiFFERENT. He also guided and collaborated with Pa Olatunji Odusanya in writing his autobiography – AGAINST ALL ODDS. There are many other books in the works under his pen.

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