At least 13 people have tragically lost their lives in a fiery crash at Abule Panu, near Ose Bridge, on the Owo-Ikare highway in Ondo State on Saturday.
Reports indicate that the sole survivor of the crash was found with severe injuries.
The fatal incident occurred around 10:14 am when two buses collided head-on, claiming the lives of 13 passengers instantly. The victims were burned beyond recognition as a result of the collision.
An eyewitness stated that one of the buses, traveling from the Ikare direction, suffered a tire burst, causing the driver to lose control and crash into the oncoming bus, which was carrying fabrics.
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Ibitoye Samuel, the Ondo Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), confirmed the accident, stating that 14 people were involved, 13 of whom were burned beyond recognition, while one person was rescued with serious injuries.
Samuel said: “Immediately after the collision, the two buses went up in flames. The men of FRSC, Police and Fire Service were swiftly at the crash scene for rescue.
“The injured victim was taken to Federal Medical Centre, Owo while the dead ones were deposited at the morgue of the same hospital.
“Drivers are advised to exercise patience on the roads and passionately maintain their vehicles while passengers are encouraged to speak out against dangerous driving because road safety is a concern of all.”
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