A high-speed convoy has caused the death of a woman, Vivian Temi, in a tragic road accident that occurred on Thursday, June 5, at Edjeba Junction near the Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) in Warri, Delta State.
According to eyewitness reports and local sources, the fatal incident involved a speeding convoy of an unidentified individual, which collided with the vehicle in which Temi was a passenger. The impact of the crash was severe, and Temi was pronounced dead at the scene.
Sources revealed that the late Vivian Temi was returning from the Nigerian Immigration Office shortly before the accident occurred.
She had reportedly completed documentation ahead of a long-awaited reunion with her mother, whom she had not seen in over three decades.
The convoy responsible for the crash was described by witnesses as “reckless” and “overspeeding.” Several bystanders at the scene recounted how the vehicles moved aggressively through the busy junction, ignoring the flow of traffic and endangering pedestrians and commuters.
“The cars in the convoy didn’t even slow down,” said one eyewitness who requested anonymity. “They were driving so fast, and then we just heard a loud crash. People started running, and then we saw the woman—she was already gone.”
The identity of the person behind the convoy has not yet been made public. Authorities have also not released an official statement on whether the driver or any members of the convoy have been apprehended or questioned.
The news of Temi’s death has sparked grief and outrage across the Warri community. Many residents have expressed frustration over the growing trend of convoys flouting traffic regulations, often with no consequences.
Road safety advocates have called for immediate investigation and stronger enforcement to hold errant drivers accountable, regardless of their status.
Temi, who was preparing to celebrate her birthday on June 25, was remembered by friends and neighbors as a kind-hearted and gentle woman. Tributes have flooded social media and local forums, with many describing her as someone who exuded warmth and compassion, particularly toward children and vulnerable members of society.
“She was very soft-spoken and always willing to help,” said a family friend. “She loved children and gave so much of herself to her community. Her death is a huge loss.”
Temi is survived by her children and extended family members, who are reportedly devastated by the sudden and tragic loss. Plans for her burial have not yet been announced.
Local rights groups have urged the Delta State government and relevant law enforcement agencies to launch a full investigation into the incident. They are also demanding that the person or persons behind the reckless convoy be identified and held accountable for their role in Temi’s death.
“This kind of impunity on our roads must end,” said one activist. “Nobody’s life is worth less because someone else holds power or moves with armed escorts. A woman is dead today because of this recklessness, and justice must be done.”
As the investigation continues, there is growing public demand for reform of convoy practices in Nigeria, particularly in congested urban areas where pedestrians and commercial vehicles share narrow roadways. Many have called for stricter speed regulations and the end of VIP culture that often puts ordinary citizens at risk.
The tragedy has cast a somber mood over Warri, where many are still trying to come to terms with the abrupt end of a life that, by all accounts, was marked by quiet strength, resilience, and love for family.
