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Four Die in Fatal Anambra Accident

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Jan 31, 2025.

Four men died in a head-on collision accident on the Onitsha-Oba Expressway in Anambra.
The crash was caused by route violation, with one vehicle driving against traffic.
FRSC rescue efforts were delayed due to an attack by local youths, but traffic was cleared.

A tragic accident along the Onitsha-Oba Expressway in Idemili South Local Government Area, Anambra State, claimed the lives of four men on Friday.

The accident involved a head-on collision between multiple vehicles, including a private Toyota Hummer bus, a government-owned Toyota Hummer bus, and a Mercedes-Benz tipper.

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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Sector Commander for Anambra, Mrs. Joyce Alexander, confirmed the incident and attributed it to route violation.

According to eyewitnesses, one of the vehicles was driving against traffic, which led to the crash with the two other vehicles. The collision resulted in the death of four male adults, while one person sustained injuries.

“There were five male adults involved in the crash. Unfortunately, four lost their lives, and one was injured,” Mrs. Alexander reported to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).

The FRSC rescue team faced initial challenges during the operation, as local youths from the Oba community hindered their efforts.

However, the Anambra State Anti-tout personnel stepped in to carry out the rescue operation, ensuring that the victims were attended to and the vehicles were cleared from the scene.

Following the operation, traffic flow was restored, and the FRSC team continued managing the situation to avoid further disruptions.

Mrs. Alexander emphasized the importance of adhering to traffic rules, especially avoiding dangerous driving and route violations on major expressways like the Onitsha-Oba Road.

“I extend my condolences to the families of the deceased,” she said. “This tragic incident highlights the risks associated with reckless driving, and I urge all motorists to drive safely and responsibly.”

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She also appealed to the public to cooperate with emergency responders, noting that delays in rescue operations could result in even more lives being lost.

“Drive to stay alive; safety is everyone’s responsibility,” Mrs. Alexander concluded, underscoring the crucial role of road safety in preventing such fatal accidents.

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