Sources have disclosed that a major accident occurred in Yenagoa, Bayelsa state on Saturday August 31, 2013 as the bridge linking Igbogene and Okoloibiri communities collapsed. 


Mr. Vincent Jack, state Commander of Federal Roads Safety Corps (FRSC), who confirmed the development said the agency had commenced rescue efforts.

He urged motorists and other road users to use alternative routes, as FRSC dispatched its personnel to divert traffic from the affected area to ensure smooth flow of traffic