Tragedy struck this afternoon on the Benin-Ore road when a fatal accident claimed the lives of several individuals.
The horrific incident occurred as the driver of a commercial bus attempted to overtake a private car.
According to eyewitnesses, the commercial bus was traveling at high speed when it tried to overtake a private car. Unfortunately, the maneuver went awry, leading to a catastrophic collision.
The force of the impact caused both vehicles to swerve off the road, resulting in significant damage.
Emergency responders arrived promptly at the scene, but several passengers were pronounced dead on arrival. Others sustained severe injuries and were rushed to nearby hospitals for urgent medical attention.
The identities of the victims have not yet been released, pending notification of their families. Authorities have launched an investigation into the accident to determine the exact cause and to prevent future occurrences.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations to avoid such tragic incidents.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families during this difficult time.
