Thirty (30) people have died in an auto crash in Onipetesi area along Ore/ Lagos highway of Odigbo LGA of Ondo state.
Gatekeepers News reports that the accident involved two commercial buses which collided and burst into flames immediately.
An eyewitness said 32 people were involved in the accident, while 28 were burnt beyond recognition, 2 survivors rescued with serious injuries died before getting to hospital and 2 others are still receiving treatment.
He said the accident was caused by excessive speeding on the part of the drivers.
Ondo State Sector Commander of Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Dr. Samuel Ibitoye confirmed the incident.
Ibitoye said a total of 28 people were burnt beyond recognition while two others died while being taken to the hospital for treatment and two survivors are said to be receiving treatment in a hospital.
He disclosed that the accident occurred when the two commercial buses had a head-on collision and burst into flames on Saturday.
The commander said preliminary investigation showed one of the vehicles drove against traffic.
He assured that investigation would unravel more details on the incident and said the injured victims had been taken to the hospital, while the remains of the deceased were deposited at the hospital’s morgue.
Ibitoye urged drivers to exercise caution, ensure proper vehicle maintenance, and avoid reckless driving.
He also urged passengers to speak out against unsafe driving practices, noting that road safety is a shared responsibility.
