Road accident Kills two students, others injured in Lokoja
Kogi: Democracynewsline
Two students have lost their lives in a ghastly motor accident on Friday morning at about 10 am including a female student of Federal University Lokoja and another female student of Kogi State Polytechnic Lokoja by name Abu Taiwo Abimbola of department of Science Laboratory and Technology Student.
Our correspondent reliably gathered that heavily loaded articulated vehicle heading for Abuja axis along Felele, in Lokoja lost control and ran into Keke NAPEP that was carrying passengers heading to Lokoja metropolis.
The source added that among those that were killed was a female student of the Federal University Lokoja and another female of Kogi state Polytechnic Lokoja while other passengers were seriously injured.
An identification card of the late female student of Federal University Lokoja by name Covenant Omolola Isaac of Department of Geology was recovered from the accident scene.
According to the source the bodies of the two female students were deposited at Specialist Hospital Lokoja by some Officers of the Federal Road Safety Commission.
Meanwhile, the president of the
National Association of Science Laboratory and Technology Student, Kogi state Polytechnic chapter Lokoja Comrade Akor Caleb Kelvin has issued press statement over the demise of the female student.
It read as follows, “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 be organizing 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.
