Tragedy struck on Tuesday along the Oyo-Ogbomosho Expressway in Oyo State, where a fatal road crash claimed the lives of eight individuals, with four others sustaining injuries. The road traffic accident Nigeria occurred near the Emmanuel Alayande University of Education.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Oyo State confirmed the grim details of the incident. According to the State Sector Commander, Mary Alo, a total of 19 people were involved in the crash.
Eight of the victims were confirmed dead, marking a significant number of fatalities on highway roads in the region. The corpses of the deceased have been deposited at the morgue of the Oyo State General Hospital.
The four injured victims are currently receiving urgent medical treatment at the same state hospital in Oyo town. The specific cause of the crash and the types of vehicles involved were not immediately detailed in the preliminary report.
The incident underscores the continuing need for vigilance and adherence to traffic laws on major routes like the Oyo-Ogbomosho Expressway to reduce the alarming frequency of road accidents across Nigeria. The FRSC has urged drivers and commuters to prioritize safety to prevent further loss of life.
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