Eight people have been confirmed dead, and four others are currently receiving medical treatment following a tragic road crash on Tuesday along the Oyo-Ogbomosho Expressway, near Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo State.

 

The accident, which involved 19 individuals, occurred in the afternoon. According to the Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, in Oyo State, Mary Alo stated that the fatalities were immediately reported, while the injured were transported to Oyo State General Hospital for care.

 

“The accident took place on Tuesday. A total of 19 people were involved in the crash. Eight have died, and four others are being treated for their injuries at the state hospital,” Alo confirmed to our correspondent on Wednesday.

 

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She added that the bodies of the victims have been moved to the hospital morgue.

The cause of the crash is still under investigation, and authorities are urging drivers to exercise caution on the Oyo-Ogbomosho Expressway.

 

Source: Punch