Six die in Kogi road accident

Atleast six persons have been reportedly dead in a road accident in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital, while 60 others were injured.

The accident was said to have occurred around 3 pm on Tuesday near the Zone 8 Roundabout along the Hassan Katsina Road, Lokoja.

“An articulated truck travelling from Bauchi to Enugu State lost control, resulting in the devastating crash.

“The remains of the six deceased were deposited at the Federal University Teaching Hospital mortuary,” said the State Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps, Samuel Oyedeji.

Oyedeji urged drivers to exercise caution, especially when operating heavy-duty vehicles, and called on the government to intensify efforts in addressing road infrastructure challenges and enforcing traffic regulations.

“As investigations continue into the cause of the accident, Nigerians are once again reminded of the shared responsibility to ensure safer roads for all,” he added.

Credit: The Punch 

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