Metro

Two dead, eight injured in Ogun road crash

Published by

A tragic road accident along the Idiroko-Ota road has resulted in the confirmed deaths of two individuals, while eight others sustained injuries.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) reported that the crash occurred at approximately 8 p.m. on Sunday and involved a total of 10 individuals, comprising five male adults, four female adults, and one female child.

In an official statement released on Monday, the FRSC disclosed that the collision claimed the lives of two male adults, while eight individuals sustained injuries, consisting of four female adults, three male adults, and one female child.

According to Florence Oko, the FRSC spokesperson in Ogun State, the accident involved a man-diesel truck bearing the number plate LSR10YD and a Toyota Carina without a visible number plate.

“The suspected cause of the crash was wrongful overtaking that led to a head-on collision.

“The injured victims were taken to General Hospital, Idiroko, for treatment, and the corpses were taken away by the family.

“The Sector Commander, FRSC Ogun Sector Command, CC Anthony Uga, advised motorists to always have a clear vision of 150 to 200 metres at night and a controlled speed before overtaking,” Okpe said.

YOU SHOULD NOT MISS THESE HEADLINES FROM

NIGERIAN TRIBUNE

How I helped Peter Obi overcome impeachment plot as Anambra governor — Sowore

Self-styled human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore has revealed an age-long secret about Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in

Yuletides: Low-key Christmas looms as poultry birds price rise than last years’

In less than 10 days to Christmas, the price of poultry birds in Ibadan is projected to be higher than last year mostly because of

Comedian Mark Angel apologises over Emanuella’s viral dance video

Nigerian comedian Mark Angel has issued an apology following the circulation of a viral video featuring his

I learnt about the use of human head for money rituals on Facebook —Man who beheaded OAU student in Abeokuta

A 35-year-old suspect, Akeem, who was arrested by detectives in Ogun State Police Command after

Top 13 facts about Buhari at 81

As he marks his 81st birthday on Sunday December 17th, roughly six months after the completion of his two terms as…

CAF crowns Nigeria’s Osimhen African Player of the Year 

Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has been crowned the African Player of the Year 2023 by the Confederation of

Recent Posts

FCT moves to protect elderly people from abuse, psychological mistreatment

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting elderly citizens from…

18 minutes ago

US military’s might, full strength will come down on you if… — Trump warns Iran

The warning comes amid escalating tensions in the Middle East following Israeli airstrikes on Iranian…

58 minutes ago

Bauchi govt commended for 100% immunisation funding in 2023, 2024

The commendation was attributed to the efforts of the State Government and MoU partners in…

1 hour ago

Northern CAN condemns persistent killings in Benue, Borno

CAN noted that the killings activities perpetrated by criminal herdsmen and Boko Haram terrorists in…

1 hour ago

FULL LIST: US considers travel ban on Nigeria, 35 others

According to the memo, many of the countries on the list are considered non-compliant with…

2 hours ago

‘We got married against our parents’ wishes,’ Atiku celebrates wife at 75

He added that their marriage, which has now spanned over 50 years, has been marked…

2 hours ago

Welcome

Install

This website uses cookies.