FRSC confirms one death, eight injuries in Anambra multiple crash

One Dead, Eight Injured in Multi-Vehicle Accident on Awka-Enugu Expressway

AWKA, Anambra State — The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed that one person lost their life and eight others sustained injuries in a multi-vehicle collision at Agu-Awka, near Immigration Junction on the Awka-Enugu Expressway.

The accident occurred around 8:45 a.m. on Saturday, involving a Sinotruck trailer, a Toyota Camry, and a commercial tricycle.

Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno indicated that preliminary investigations suggest excessive speed and insufficient construction warning signs may have contributed to the crash. According to eyewitness accounts, the trailer was descending a slope when the driver spotted a diversion sign and attempted to change lanes.

“The trailer reportedly collided sideways with the Toyota Camry, which subsequently struck the tricycle from behind, causing the trailer to overturn,” Asekhauno said.

In total, nine individuals were involved in the incident. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, while eight others were injured, with five of those requiring hospitalization for treatment.

FRSC personnel responded quickly to the scene to manage traffic and clear the obstruction caused by the accident. “The prompt intervention ensured the clearance and reopening of the blocked diversion route to motorists,” Asekhauno noted.

She expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and wished a swift recovery to the injured victims. Asekhauno urged construction companies to install clear and visible warning signs around construction zones and diversion points to assist drivers and enhance road safety.

She also reminded drivers to adhere to speed limits, maintain vigilance in construction areas, and follow road signs and traffic instructions.

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