Eight persons lost their lives on Tuesday in a fatal road accident in Oyo State, while four others sustained varying degrees of injuries and are currently receiving treatment in a state government hospital. The crash occurred on a major highway in the state, throwing the area into mourning.
Eyewitness accounts indicated that the accident involved multiple vehicles, leading to a severe impact that left several passengers trapped in the wreckage. Rescue operatives and passersby reportedly worked together to evacuate victims before officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps arrived at the scene to conduct further rescue operations and traffic control.
The bodies of the deceased were deposited at a nearby mortuary as investigations commenced to determine the exact cause of the tragedy. Although the circumstances surrounding the crash are still under investigation, excessive speed and reckless driving are suspected to be among the likely contributing factors.
Officials of the FRSC in the state confirmed the incident and described it as another painful reminder of the dangers of road misuse. They renewed calls on motorists to strictly observe traffic regulations, ensure proper maintenance of their vehicles and avoid dangerous driving behaviours that endanger lives.
The latest crash adds to the growing list of road accidents recorded in Oyo State in recent times. Residents have continued to express concern over the frequent loss of lives on the highways, urging government authorities to intensify road safety campaigns and improve road infrastructure where necessary.
As families of the victims mourn their loved ones, the tragic incident has once again highlighted the urgent need for collective responsibility in ensuring safer roads across the state.
