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Infant killed in road crash in Anambra — Report

A lone road accident at Oye-Agu Market, Abagana in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra, has claimed the life of an infant.

 

The Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Anambra, Mrs Joyce Alexander, who confirmed the accident to newsmen in Awka, said the accident occurred on Wednesday.

 

Alexander said that the probable cause of the accident was brake failure and loss of control.

 

She said that the crash involved an identified driver, Eze Uchechukwu with a commercial Toyota Sienna with registration number NEN588YX, belonging to Transport Company of Anambra State (TRACAS).

 

She said eyewitnesses reported that the driver of the Toyota Sienna lost control after brake failure and rammed into Oye-Agu Market, crashing into traders.

 

“A total of seven people comprising a male adult, three female adults, and three female children were involved in the crash.

 

“One female child was killed. One male adult, three female adults and 2 female children sustained some degree of injuries.

 

“Before the arrival of FRSC personnel, the injured victims had been taken to Urban Hospital and Maternity for medical attention, while the dead victim was deposited at the morgue.

 

“The FRSC team visited the hospital where the victims were taken to for medical attention to ascertain the condition of the injured victims,” she said.

 

While condoling the families of the dead, the Sector Commander urged motorists to always service their vehicles regularly and comply with minimum safety standards before using the road.

 

She also warned market women to stop displaying their wares along roadsides.

 

“Drive to save your life and the lives of others on the road,” she admonished.

 

 

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Akanji Philip

Akanji Philip has been working as a reporter with VOICE AIR MEDIA, both onsite at the head office in Odi-Olowo, Osogbo, and remotely since 2021. He has covered events at notable political venues, involving prominent figures such as former Osun Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, current Osun State Governor Senator Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, former Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo, the late Ondo Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, and various other representatives and lawmakers. In addition, he has represented the company at various press conferences at police stations and has reported on occasions featuring entertainers and actors, such as Kola Oyewo during Oba-Ile Day in Osun State, among others. 📞 +2349058501092, +2348137827714 ✉️ akanjiphilips100@gmail.com

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