In a heartbreaking incident, six people lost their lives in a fatal accident involving a Toyota Sienna and an unidentified truck on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The tragic event occurred early Friday morning at Verony, Ogere, Ogun State. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed the accident in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Mrs. Florence Okpe.
The accident, which took place at approximately 7:40 a.m., involved a Toyota Sienna with the registration number EPE 692 EL. The vehicle reportedly collided with a truck, which fled the scene, making identification difficult. According to initial reports, the Toyota Sienna was traveling at an excessive speed when it rear-ended the truck.
Tragically, out of the nine individuals involved—two men and seven women—six people lost their lives on the spot. The deceased include two men and four women, while the remaining three women sustained injuries and were immediately rushed to Patmag Hospital, Ogere, for urgent medical care.
The bodies of the deceased were transported to the FOS morgue in Ipara, where they are awaiting identification by their families. The FRSC has expressed deep concern over the incident, with Ogun State Sector Commander Akinwumi Fasakin describing the crash as a preventable tragedy. He emphasized the need for all drivers to exercise maximum caution and to strictly adhere to traffic rules and regulations to prevent such avoidable losses.
Fasakin urged motorists to maintain a safe speed and to remain attentive while driving, especially on highways, where the risk of severe accidents is significantly higher. He reminded drivers that following traffic laws is not just a legal obligation but a critical measure to protect lives.
This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of road safety. The FRSC continues to advocate for safer driving practices to reduce the frequency of such fatal accidents on Nigerian roads.
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