In response to a recent fatal auto crash claiming approximately four lives at the Aba waterside bridge in Aba, the Abia State government has implemented restrictions on the movement of heavy-duty vehicles in Aba and Umuahia, limiting it from 7 am to 8 pm.
The tragic incident involved a container-laden truck that lost control, leading to the crushing of a Toyota Sienna car and a tricycle. The aftermath resulted in the loss of four lives, with several individuals sustaining injuries.
The state government extends its condolences to the families of the crash victims, offering prayers for the peaceful repose of the departed souls and a swift recovery for the injured. Additionally, the government has taken steps to reach out to the affected families, providing necessary support during this challenging time.
During the tenure of former Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, the administration implemented a restriction on the movement of heavy-duty vehicles in Aba and Umuahia, from 7 am to 8 pm. However, following his departure from office, operators of heavy-duty vehicles disregarded this directive.
In an official statement signed by Mr. Dodoh Okafor, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Public Communication, the government has announced the restoration of previous directives that restrict the movement of heavy-duty vehicles within Aba and Umuahia areas between 7 am and 8 pm.