Truck Accident Claims Lives of Couple and Another in Ogun State

A tragic accident along the Sagamu-Ogijo road in Ogun State has claimed the lives of a couple and one other individual. The victims were crushed to death in a horrific crash involving a truck, a space wagon car, and a motorcycle on Sunday, October 13, 2024.

Details of the Accident

The fatal crash involved a Foton truck with registration number EKY 778 XM, a space wagon car with registration number AM299AHD, and a Bajaj motorcycle with number plate JGB 265 WG. According to reports, the truck driver lost control and veered into the lane, colliding with the motorcycle and space wagon simultaneously. The motorcycle was being ridden by Moses Ekpolo, 25, who was with his 19-year-old wife, Josephine Ekpolo, while a passenger in the space wagon car, Kolawole Moshood, was also injured.

Reckless Driving Blamed

The Spokesperson for the Ogun State Police Command, SP Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident and attributed it to the recklessness of the truck driver. She noted that the truck driver lost control and collided with the motorcycle from behind, causing a chain reaction that led to the collision with the space wagon.

Fatal Consequences

The victims, including the couple and the passenger in the space wagon car, were rushed to Idera Private Hospital in Sagamu but were pronounced dead upon arrival. Their bodies have been transferred to Idera Mortuary in Sagamu for further arrangements.

Road Safety Appeal

SP Omolola Odutola used the incident to remind road users of the dangers of reckless driving and urged articulated vehicle drivers to exercise caution. She also advised other road users to maintain safe distances from large trucks to prevent future tragedies.