Report confirmed 28 people lost their lives in a horrific road accident on Saturday evening at Mile 49, Ore-Lagos Expressway.
The accident, involving a head-on collision between two vehicles, resulted in an intense fire that left most victims burnt beyond recognition.
Confirming the incident, Dr. Samuel Ibitoye, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Sector Commander in Ondo State, attributed the crash to excessive speeding and traffic violations.
“It’s unfortunate that 28 lives were burnt beyond recognition in the fatal accident caused by excessive speeding and traffic violations,” Ibitoye said.
According to him, the two vehicles involved in the crash were carrying 30 passengers in total, but only two survived with severe injuries and are currently receiving treatment at General Hospital, Ore.
Ibitoye strongly cautioned drivers against reckless driving, urging them to prioritize safety over speed.
“The contract between drivers and passengers is to take them safely to their destinations after they have paid, not drive them to their graves,” he lamented.
He further encouraged passengers to be proactive in ensuring their safety by speaking up against reckless driving and reporting erring drivers to FRSC personnel.
“This is why everyone must participate in road safety. The passengers too have a role to play by cautioning drivers or reporting them to FRSC personnel on the highway,” he added.
Meanwhile, the remains of the deceased have been deposited at the General Hospital, Ore, while investigations into the incident continue.