Six persons have lost their lives in a road accident along Mbiabong Road, near Itu-Calabar Road in Akwa Ibom State.
The victims include three males, one female and two children.
The accident involved a tricycle with registration DUU407WZ and a DYNA truck without visible plates. The truck driver fled before FRSC officials arrived at the scene.
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The Federal Road Safety Corps in Akwa Ibom has confirmed the incident in a statement released by the Sector Commander, Assistant Corps Marshal, Edward Odiete.
Odiete warned motorists against reckless driving.
“The tragic incident could have been prevented if the drivers had observed basic safety measures and precautions,” he advised.
The statement described the crash as unfortunate and extended condolences to the families of the deceased.
It reads in part, “On Wednesday, 28th May 2025, at about 8:00 a.m., a fatal crash occurred along Mbiabong Road, off Itu-Calabar Road. The crash involved a tricycle with registration number DUU407WZ and a DYNA truck without a registration number.
“Four males, one female, and two children were involved. Three of the males, the female, and both children—six in total—were confirmed dead. The remaining male, who was the driver of the DYNA truck, fled the scene before FRSC operatives arrived.
“FRSC personnel quickly mobilised and responded to the incident. Upon arrival, the bodies of the deceased were transported to a morgue.
“Eyewitnesses reported that the crash was caused by speeding and brake failure. After the victims were evacuated, the road was cleared of wreckage to restore traffic flow.”
Odiete urged all road users to follow traffic rules strictly, warning, “The FRSC urged all road users to adhere strictly to traffic rules to prevent similar tragedies.”
