About ten people have lost their lives in a tragic road accident that occurred on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway near the Soka area in Ibadan, Oyo State, early Tuesday morning.
According to reports gathered by BenriNews, the fatal collision involved three Nissan Micra taxi cabs and three articulated vehicles. All vehicles were reportedly traveling from Iwo Road when the accident occurred.
The incident, which happened in the early hours of Tuesday, was initially reported by Lagelu 96.7 FM, a local radio station in Ibadan. Details about the cause of the accident remain unclear as authorities continue their investigation.
Rising Concerns About Road Safety
This latest tragedy adds to the growing list of fatal accidents on the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, one of Nigeria's major highways connecting the country's commercial capital to other regions. The expressway has been notorious for accidents due to factors including overspeeding, poor vehicle maintenance, and ongoing construction work in various sections.
As of the time of filing this report, officials from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Oyo State were yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident.
Road safety experts continue to advocate for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations, improved emergency response systems, and the completion of ongoing road construction projects to reduce the frequency of accidents on Nigerian highways.
BenriNews will provide updates as more information becomes available from official sources.
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