_Fatal Accident on Ibadan-Lagos Expressway Claims One Life, Injures Five Others_
A tragic motor accident occurred on February 1, 2025, at approximately 9:00 AM, before Redemption Camp along the Ibadan-Lagos Expressway, Mowe. According to the Sagamu Divisional Police headquarters, the accident involved a Mack 40-ft container truck and a Toyota Sienna vehicle, resulting in the loss of one life and injuring five others.
The Toyota Sienna, driven by Mr. Sunday Okpe of Miracle Ultima International Ltd, was traveling from Osun State to Lagos with seven passengers on board. Preliminary investigations revealed that the driver lost control of the steering and crashed into the rear of the container truck, leading to the fatal accident.
Ms. Miracle Chibuzor, a passenger seated in the front of the Toyota Sienna, tragically lost her life in the accident. Five other occupants sustained varying degrees of injuries and were rushed to Famobis Hospital, Lotto, Mowe, for medical treatment.
The deceased’s body has been evacuated to Idera Morgue for an autopsy and official death certification by medical practitioners. Traffic police visited the scene to clear congestion and prevent further accidents caused by onlookers.
The wreckage of the vehicles involved in the accident has been towed to the Sagamu Police Station for safekeeping and inspection by Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIO). The Ogun State Police Command has urged drivers to maintain safe distances from heavy-duty vehicles and exercise caution while driving to prevent avoidable accidents.
The police command noted that drivers often drive recklessly, disregarding the lives of their passengers, and urged drivers to prioritize safety on the roads. Investigations into the incident are ongoing, and further updates will be provided as necessary.
CSP Omolola Odutola, the Police Public Relations Officer for the Ogun State Police Command, confirmed the incident and appealed to drivers to exercise caution and apply reasonable precautions while driving. The command is working to prevent similar accidents and ensure the safety of all road users….. Suitable headlines
