Shock As 16 Die, 5 Injured In Lagos Accident

Sixteen persons lost their lives in an accident involving two vehicles in the early hours of Tuesday along Alaro City, Epe area of Lagos State.

Twenty-three male adults were involved in the crash; while 16 died, five were critically injured, and two suffered no injuries.

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Confirming the accident, the Federal Road Safety Corps, Lagos Command, noted that the accident occurred at 03:00 am and was caused by impaired visibility due to reckless driving in Epe area of Lagos.

A statement by the FRSC Public Education Officer of the command, Olabisi Sonusi, revealed that the five injured victims have been hospitalised.

It partly read, “The vehicles involved in the crash were a white bus with Registration number KTN 262YJ and an Articulated truck (Registration Number unknown).

“FRSC operatives and other emergency management agencies are on ground, ensuring prompt recovery and evacuation of all crashed vehicles.

“The Sector Commander Federal Road Safety Corps Lagos Sector Command Corps Commander Olusegun Ogungbemide, therefore, advised motorists to always avoid night journey because of impaired visibility at that hour.

“He also admonished the motoring public always to observe construction signage and speed limits at such zones.

“Ogungbemide is also using this medium to commiserate with the families of the deceased, while wishing the injured quick recovery.”

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