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The Digest:

The National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) has announced a three-day nationwide protest following fatal truck accidents in Edo State, highlighting safety concerns and demanding justice for victims.

Key Points:
  • NAPS initiates a three-day peaceful protest starting August 18 to address road safety issues.
  • The protest was prompted by accidents involving trucks from a cement company in Edo, leading to deaths and injuries.
  • Miss Ruth Otabor, a graduate of Auchi Polytechnic, was severely injured in an accident on August 12, leading to the amputation of her leg.
  • Another tragic accident on August 17 claimed three lives and injured several others, including students.
  • NAPS calls for suspension and retraining of unsafe drivers, medical support for victims, and better infrastructure, such as pedestrian bridges and speed bumps in student areas.
  • The group demands collaboration with FRSC for enforcing road safety regulations and regular audits of safety practices.
  • The protest follows previous attempts at dialogue, now escalating to direct action for stronger commitments to road safety.
NAPS launches a protest against truck accidents that have led to injuries and fatalities, demanding better safety measures, driver retraining, and infrastructure improvements to protect students and the public.


Sources: Vanguard, NAPS Official Statement