A tragic accident on the Abeokuta-Igboora Expressway in Ogun State led to the deaths of two individuals when a collision occurred between two trucks. The incident took place at the Alamutu section of the expressway, with reports indicating that one of the trucks hit a pothole which caused it to lose control and crash head-on into another truck. The Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency confirmed the fatalities and identified the vehicles involved as an unregistered white Volvo truck and an unregistered Cabstar mini truck.

According to eyewitness accounts, the speed of both trucks contributed significantly to the severity of the accident. The spokesperson for the traffic enforcement agency, Babatunde Akinbiyi, reported that four individuals were involved in the crash, two of whom tragically lost their lives while the other occupants escaped without injury. This incident raises concerns about the safety conditions of the roads in Ogun State, particularly the presence of potholes and the need for better maintenance to prevent such catastrophic accidents.

The aftermath of the collision saw the families of the deceased retrieving their loved ones from the wreckage of the Cabstar truck. As the community mourns the loss of life, this unfortunate incident highlights the urgent need for increased road safety measures and stricter regulations governing vehicle speeds, especially on busy expressways. It serves as a reminder of the critical importance of addressing infrastructure issues to ensure the safety of motorists and passengers alike.