A white Nissan minibus plunged into a sidewalk in the central business district of the Sierra Leonean capital, Freetown.

The incident is believed to have occurred at night on Siaka Stevens Street -very close to the headquarters of Rokel Commercial Bank.

There was no report of casualties at the moment but the minibus ripped off the sidewalk railing and guard.

Pedestrians at the scene suggested that the accident could have been as a result of brake failure.

“It seems as if the bus lost control coming from Gloucester Street,” said a middle-aged man dressed in plaid shirt with khaki pants.

The area of the accident has already been cordoned off.

Siaka Stevens Street is located at the heart of Freetown. The street hosts very important offices and businesses.

Such accidents in this part of the city is rare as the street is most times clogged with traffic-jam especially on weekdays.