Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic auto crash that claimed six lives and left five others injured in Okene, Kogi State, on Monday.
Six people lost their lives, while five were injured, as a result of a motor accident, in Okene, Kogi State, on Monday.
According to Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC ) acting Sector Commander in Kogi, Samuel Ogundayo, the accident occurred at Okenkwe community of Okene around 8.30 pm, involving seven vehicles.
He disclosed that the tragic incident began with the inability of a truck to climb the Okengwe hill, when it lost its brakes and rolled backwards, crushing two Tricycles, three cars and ramming into another truck.
In a statement, released by her Chief Press Secretary, Arogbonlo Israel, Natasha described the incident as deeply disturbing.
“My heart goes out to the families of the victims and the injured. May the bereaved families find solace and strength in this difficult time, and may the injured recover swiftly and fully,” she said.
She urged all road users to exercise caution and adhere to traffic rules and regulations to prevent such tragic incidents in the future.
She stressed the need for increased awareness and education on road safety, particularly among commercial drivers, to reduce the risk of accidents.
“The government must prioritise road safety and take concrete actions to ensure that our roads are safe for all users,” Natasha added.