Ms Nwadinobi said the exercise assessed compliance with a government directive abolishing school closures linked to the Monday sit-at-home order.
Governor Chukwuma Soludo said he acknowledged the magnitude of the loss to the state.
According to eyewitnesses, the driver of the shuttle bus lost control of the vehicle while trying to overtake the tipper.
Witnesses said the driver of the truck drove against traffic, and then ran after the accident.
“The crash involved five male adults. Two were killed, including one that was burnt beyond recognition.”
“The government has lifted the curfew imposed on Igbariam, Aguleri, Umueri, Nteje, Awkuzu, and Umunya communities on April 26, following the return of normalcy in the areas.”
