5 Killed, 3 Injured in Kogi Road Accident

Tragedy struck on the Kabba-Obajana Road in Kogi State’s Kabba Local Government Area, as five people lost their lives in a fatal accident involving a Ford Galaxy space wagon and a Mazda car.

According to Mr Samuel Oyedeji, the State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), three others survived the crash, which occurred on Thursday.

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Oyedeji explained that the FRSC promptly responded to the scene, rescuing survivors and transporting them to Kabba General Hospital for medical attention. The deceased have been taken to the hospital’s mortuary.

He attributed the accident to reckless driving, citing speeding and wrongful overtaking as the primary causes.

According to him, despite repeated warnings, drivers continue to disregard road safety rules, leading to devastating consequences.

He therefore urged motorists to prioritize road safety and adhere to regulations to prevent such tragedies.