Tragic Inferno: 25 Passengers Perish in Horrific Kogi Auto Crash

25 passengers met a gruesome fate in a horrific auto crash in Aloma, Ofu local government area of Kogi State.

The accident, involving a Toyota Sienna bus, a Toyota Hiace bus, and an articulated vehicle, occurred on the morning of April 21, 2024, when the two buses collided while attempting to negotiate a pothole on the road.

The collision led to a devastating fire that engulfed both vehicles, leaving no survivors among the passengers and drivers.

Eyewitnesses reported that the accident took place in front of Aloma Teachers’ College, and the raging inferno also consumed an articulated vehicle parked nearby, as well as a nearby house.

The villagers were unable to provide any assistance due to the absence of fire-fighting equipment, further exacerbating the tragedy.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Kogi State has been informed of the incident, but the Sector Commander, Mr. Samuel Ayodeji, was unavailable for comment as he was engaged in a meeting at the command.

The FRSC is expected to provide further details and conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the accident.

This devastating incident serves as a grim reminder of the importance of road safety measures and the need for adequate emergency response infrastructure in Nigeria.

The loss of 25 lives in this tragic accident is a significant blow to the community and a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and infrastructure development in preventing such incidents in the future.

As the nation mourns the loss of these innocent lives, it is crucial that both the government and the public work together to improve road conditions, enforce traffic laws, and invest in emergency response capabilities to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.