Three individuals are confirmed dead, and one is injured in an Akwa Ibom road accident on Itu – Uyo road yesterday.
Paul James, responsible for Public Enlightenment at the Akwa Ibom State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), issued a statement regarding the incident. He reported that the casualties consisted of two females and one male, while another female sustained injuries.
James’ statement explained that the fatal accident occurred on Saturday along the Itu – Uyo Road at approximately 05:55 hours, involving a Mack Truck with registration number KMM412XA and a Tricycle (Keke) with registration number ETN815WR.
“Three females and One male, all adults were involved, and two out of the three females and one male were confirmed dead while one of the females sustained an injury.”
“As the report of the incident was received, FRSC operatives moved over swiftly. Upon arrival at the crash scene, the injured was moved to a nearby hospital for prompt medical attention, and the deceased was deposited at a morgue.”
“As to the cause of the crash, the causal factors gathered were speeding by the tricyclist and inadequate lighting from both vehicles to enable clear visibility. After the immediate evacuation of victims, the road was cleared of the wreckage to enable free-flow of traffic.”
The Sector Commander of the FRSC in Akwa Ibom, Matthew Olonisaye, encouraged road users to be, “Extremely cautious about the foggy weather while using the roads during early hours of the day due to poor visibility.”
“The incident could have been avoided if the people had taken into cognizance safety precautions, and not giving to abuse of the privileges of having good road without adherence to traffic rules and regulations.”
“The Sector Commander is sternly warning all road users against all such negligent attitudes that undermine the safety of all road users as any life lost cannot be recovered.”
Olonisaye characterized the tragic incident on Saturday as highly unfortunate. He expressed his condolences to the families of the deceased and conveyed his wishes for a swift recovery of the injured individual.