A Mzuzu-based politician, Joe Thomas Nyirongo, fondly known as Big Joe, has survived a road accident in Nkhata-Bay district.

The incident occurred this morning when the Sienta vehicle he has been driving collided head-on with a truck at Lwazi around 7:00 AM.

According to Nkhata-Bay police spokesperson Kondwani James, Big Joe has sustained a fracture to his left ankle and serious bruises on his right arm.

One of the passengers has also suffered a left thigh fracture, while the other has sustained bruises on the forehead.

Fortunately, all involved have received medical attention.