Two Killed In Crash Along Abeokuta–Ibadan Expressway

Two people have lost their lives in a road accident at Leme along the Abeokuta–Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State.

The Ogun State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said the crash was caused by excessive speeding, once again highlighting the dangers of violating speed limits on Nigerian roads.

The command’s Public Relations Officer, Afolabi Odunsin, disclosed the incident in a statement issued in Abeokuta.

“The crash occurred at about 5:45 p.m. and involved a black Lexus car with registration number KJA 398 JR and a black TVS motorcycle with registration number AYT 837 QU. FRSC rescue operatives received the distress call at 5:50 p.m., arrived at the scene by 5:55 p.m., and responded within five minutes,” Odunsin said.

He added that six adult males were involved in the accident.

“A total of six adult males were involved in the crash. Unfortunately, two adult males lost their lives, while no injury was recorded among the other persons involved,” he said.

FRSC rescue officials evacuated the victims, while the bodies of the deceased were deposited at the State Hospital, Ijaye Mortuary, Abeokuta.

The agency also recovered personal belongings, including an identity card and a mobile phone, before clearing the wreckage to restore the free flow of traffic along the highway.

Reacting to the incident, the Ogun State Sector Commander of the FRSC, Oludare Ogunjobi, sympathised with the families of the deceased and urged motorists, particularly drivers and motorcyclists, to obey speed limits and avoid reckless driving.

He stressed that speeding significantly reduces a driver’s reaction time and increases the severity of road crashes.

The FRSC reaffirmed its commitment to improving road safety through continuous enforcement, public awareness campaigns and prompt emergency response.

The command also encouraged members of the public to report road crashes and emergencies through the FRSC National Emergency Toll-Free Number 122 or the nearest FRSC patrol team.