Two people have died in a road traffic accident at Leme along the Abeokuta-Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State.
The Ogun State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) attributed the crash to a speed violation.
The command’s Public Relations Officer, Afolabi Odunsin, confirmed the incident in a statement issued in Abeokuta.
“The crash occurred at about 5:45 p.m. and involved a black Lexus car with registration number KJA 398 JR and a black TVS motorcycle with registration number AYT 837 QU. FRSC rescue operatives received the distress call at 5:50 p.m., arrived at the scene by 5:55 p.m., and responded within five minutes,” Odunsin said.
He added that six adult males were involved in the crash.
“A total of six adult males were involved in the crash. Unfortunately, two adult males lost their lives, while no injury was recorded among the other persons involved,” he said.
FRSC rescue personnel evacuated those involved in the accident and transferred the bodies of the deceased to the State Hospital, Ijaye Mortuary, in Abeokuta.
They also recovered personal belongings, including an identity card and a mobile phone, while clearing the obstruction from the road to restore the smooth flow of traffic.
Odunsin said the Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, sympathised with the families of the victims and urged motorists, particularly drivers and motorcyclists, to obey speed limits, remain alert and avoid dangerous driving practices.
The command warned that speeding reduces a driver’s reaction time and can worsen the severity of road crashes.
The Sector Command also reaffirmed its commitment to improving road safety through enforcement, public awareness campaigns and rapid emergency response.
“Members of the public are encouraged to promptly report road traffic crashes and emergencies to the FRSC through the National Emergency Toll-Free Number 122 or the nearest FRSC patrol team,” Odunsin reiterated.