Dangote speaks as Phyna’s sister loses leg in truck accident

Dangote Group has spoken about the accident involving the company’s truck and Ruth Otabor, sister of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 7 winner, Phyna, in the Auchi area of Edo State.

Phyna had, on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, taken to social media to demand justice for her sister, whose legs were amputated due to the severity of the accident.

The accident occurred on Wednesday, just six days after Ruth graduated from Auchi Polytechnic.

Speaking on the incident via a statement shared on X on Thursday night, Dangote Group promised to offer full support, including comprehensive medical care and appropriate compensation, to the victim.

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The company also disclosed that its senior officials, alongside the insurance team, visited the victim and her family at Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital in Edo State.

Dangote Group stated: “Following the recent road accident in Auchi, Edo State, involving one of our trucks, which sadly resulted in injury to Mrs. Ruth Otabor, senior officials from Dangote Cement Plc, together with our insurance team, promptly visited the scene, engaged with law enforcement authorities, and visited the victim and her family at Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Edo State.

“This action reflects our unwavering commitment to the well-being of those affected. We are ensuring full support for Mrs. Otabor, including comprehensive medical care and appropriate compensation, in line with Dangote Group’s welfare policy.

“Our thoughts remain with Mrs. Ruth Otabor and her loved ones, and we wish her a full and speedy recovery.”