Five persons have reportedly died in a fatal accident that happened in Ibadan, the Oyo state Capital.
Edum News gathered that the accident which happened on Thursday Midnight also left 1 person injured while 6 other people were also rescued unhurt.
The accident which happened around Iwo Road Ojoo expressway, was between a commercial Micra car and a truck.
Speaking in a release by the Oyo State Command of Road Safety, the accident occurred as a result of route violation, resulting in devastating consequences for the 12 passengers involved.
The State Road safety further revealed that the injured person has been taken to a nearby hospital by the Police before the arrival of road safety officials.
The Road Safety also reiterated the warning against route violation and excessive speed while driving.
The sector commander, Rosemary Alo said, “Motorists are always in a hurry thereby causing avoidable loss of lives. In areas where construction works are ongoing, commercial vehicle owners and other road users must adhere strictly to the diversions placed and ply the road with patience no matter the time of the day.”
