Nigeria, Dec. 29 -- Two people were confirmed dead on Sunday night after a petroleum tanker crashed into several parked vehicles near the Polo Club Roundabout in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The crash occurred while the driver was descending from the Hill Station junction axis. The tanker reportedly lost control while descending the busy stretch and ploughed into vehicles parked by the roadside.

Eyewitnesses said the impact was severe, leaving vehicles badly mangled and trapping occupants before emergency responders arrived.

A resident, who witnessed the incident and took part in the rescue efforts, said six people we're feared dead while about five others sustained serious injuries.

"The driver noticed that the b...