Tragedy as 4, including schoolchildren, die in Ogun road accident

A tragic road accident at Sowo Village along the Abeokuta–Sagamu Expressway has claimed the lives of four persons, including schoolchildren, the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE) confirmed on Wednesday.

The fatal crash occurred around 3 p.m., when a speeding vehicle reportedly lost control and rammed into the pupils as they walked along the roadside.

Eyewitnesses described the scene as horrifying, with the impact killing the children instantly. The incident sparked outrage among residents and passersby, leading to an attempt by angry youths to lynch the driver of the vehicle. However, security operatives swiftly intervened, rescuing the driver from the mob.

Confirming the incident, the TRACE spokesperson, Babatunde Akinbiyi, said efforts were immediately launched to manage the situation.

He said, “A tragic accident occurred at Sowo Village, claiming four lives, including school children. The road was blocked, and police have been summoned to the scene.”

Akinbiyi noted that the situation was brought under control with the intervention of the Police and other sister security agencies.

“The road has been reopened, thanks to the efforts of TRACE, the police and the Nigerian Army. Traffic is gradually flowing again, easing congestion.

“Their prompt intervention helped restore order and normalcy,” he said.

A community leader, who spoke anonymously, accused the government of neglecting the highway despite repeated fatal accidents. “Our children are dying because of reckless drivers and bad roads. Enough is enough!” he said.