The Digest:
In a devastating reminder of the perils on Nigerian roads, ten passengers have lost their lives in a fatal crash along the Lokoja-Obajana highway in Kogi State. According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the tragic incident occurred on Friday night due to speed violation and wrongful overtaking, leaving eleven others with severe injuries and casting a shadow of grief over the community.
Key Points:
- Ten passengers were killed instantly in a road crash at Apamaru on the Lokoja-Obajana road.
- Eleven others sustained various injuries, including deep cuts, fractures, and bruises.
- The accident involved a white Toyota Hiace bus carrying 21 male passengers.
- The FRSC confirmed the crash was caused by speeding and wrongful overtaking during a night journey.
- Injured victims were evacuated to Fisayo Hospital in Obajana for treatment.
- The deceased were handed over to their families for burial according to Islamic rites.
- FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed warned against night travel and reckless driving.
Sources: Leadership
