A tragic road accident in Lokoja on Friday morning claimed the lives of two students and left several others injured. The accident, which occurred at about 10 a.m. along Felele Road, involved a heavily loaded articulated vehicle and a tricycle (Keke NAPEP) transporting passengers.
Eyewitnesses reported that the vehicle lost control and collided with the tricycle, leading to the fatal incident. Among the deceased were a female student of Federal University Lokoja and another from Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, identified as Abu Taiwo Abimbola, a student of the Department of Science Laboratory and Technology.
Identification documents recovered at the scene revealed that the Federal University Lokoja student was Covenant Omolola Isaac, a Geology student. Both bodies were taken to the Specialist Hospital Lokoja by officers of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC).
Several other passengers sustained severe injuries and were rushed to the hospital for treatment.
In a statement issued by the President of the National Association of Science Laboratory and Technology Students, Kogi State Polytechnic chapter, Comrade Akor Caleb Kelvin, the association expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Abimbola.
“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of our cherished member, [Abu Taiwo Abimbola, 2023/HSLT/MCB/087], who tragically lost her life earlier today in a road accident along Felele Road, Lokoja. This devastating loss has left all of us in shock and deep sorrow.
Abimbola was more than just a member of our association; she was a beacon of hope and inspiration to everyone around her. Her kindness, dedication, and passion for education made her an exceptional part of our community, leaving behind a legacy of love and excellence.
As we mourn this heartbreaking loss, we extend our deepest sympathies to her family, friends, and loved ones. We pray for strength and comfort for them during this incredibly difficult time.
In honor of her memory, the association will organize a tribute and memorial service to celebrate her remarkable life. Details of the event will be shared in due course, and we encourage everyone to join us in paying our final respects.
Taiwo Abimbola will forever remain in our hearts. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in perfect peace. Amen.”
This tragic incident serves as a somber reminder of the importance of road safety and vigilance on highways. Authorities are urged to investigate the accident thoroughly and implement measures to prevent such occurrences in the future.
