A night of music and celebration ended in tragedy as several fans of Nigerian singer Seyi Vibez reportedly lost their lives in a fatal car accident.
The incident occurred late Saturday night while the victims were returning from the artist’s concert on Lagos Island.
According to eyewitness accounts, the crash happened on an expressway and involved more than four vehicles. Videos from the scene surfaced online shortly after the accident, sparking grief and outrage among Nigerians.
An eyewitness identified on X (formerly Twitter) as @alli_ya7 shared details of the crash, warning others about the dangers of reckless driving.
“They left the show and started racing on the express, trying to overtake other cars,” she wrote. “Why race on the highway? May their souls rest in peace. SPEED KILLS.”
Her account suggested that the victims were engaged in a car race when the accident occurred. While the full number of casualties has not been confirmed, social media reports indicate that multiple lives were lost.
The news quickly spread across social media platforms, where fans of Seyi Vibez and the general public expressed their shock and sadness. Many described the incident as heartbreaking, especially as it came after what was meant to be a joyful evening.
“People left their homes to enjoy music and never made it back,” one user lamented. “This is beyond painful.”
Others echoed calls for caution, urging young people to avoid speeding and reckless behaviour on highways.
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As of press time, Seyi Vibez, born Balogun Afolabi Oluwaloseyi, had not publicly reacted to the incident. The fast-rising Afrobeats singer is known for his passionate fan base, many of whom call themselves the “Seyi Vibez Army.”
The tragic accident has thrown his community of supporters into mourning, with many awaiting his response to the heartbreaking development.
The incident also highlights Nigeria’s growing challenge with road safety. Reckless driving, speeding, and disregard for traffic rules have been linked to hundreds of fatalities across the country each year.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has repeatedly warned motorists about the dangers of overspeeding, describing it as one of the leading causes of road crashes in Nigeria. Saturday’s tragedy adds to a growing list of accidents tied to excessive speed and dangerous driving habits.
In the wake of the accident, Nigerians on social media have been calling for greater awareness campaigns targeting young people. Some suggested that event organisers and artists should also play a role by reminding fans to drive safely after shows.
What began as an evening of entertainment ended in sorrow for families who have now been plunged into mourning. Instead of returning home with memories of the concert, they are left with devastating loss.
As investigations continue, the incident serves as a painful reminder of the consequences of reckless driving. For many Nigerians, the words shared by the eyewitness remain a sobering truth: “SPEED KILLS.”
