Tragedy on late friday evening 28th November, 2025 along Awka–Onitsha Express Road near the Nawfia axis, struck as reckless driving killed no fewer than six persons while leaving five others injured.
The incident which occurred at approximately 06:20 hours, Eye witnesse said, was as a result of the driver’s reckless driving to make up lost time. The overtaking led to collision of a fully loaded bus with passengers returning from a funeral ceremony in Ebonyi state with a fully loaded tipper, News Echo Reports.
Confirming the sad news, Sector Public Education Officer, FRSC Anambra State Command, SRC Margaret B Onabe said “Two vehicles were involved: a yellow-and-black tipper truck with registration number FGG 21XV and a red 608 bus 1registration XQ 398 AA). The total number of people involved was 32, comprising 9 male adults and 23 female adults. The collision resulted in six fatalities, two male adults and four female adults, 5 female adults sustained injuries, and 21 people were rescued unhurt. All victims were taken to Amaku General Hospital, where medical staff confirmed the deaths. The road obstruction was cleared, and normal traffic flow has resumed”.
“An eyewitness, who was a passenger in the bus, said that the vehicle was traveling from Ebonyi State to Onitsha after attending a burial organized by the Catholic Women Organization (CWO). The witness reported that the driver had been driving recklessly, overtaking several times dangerously to make up lost time. This overtaking led to a collision with the tipper”.
Sector Commander and Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno said: “This tragic incident is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of reckless driving. We extend our deepest sympathies to the families of the victims and urge all motorists to respect traffic laws, avoid aggressive overtaking, and prioritize safety for all road users.”
Meanwhile, the FRSC reaffirms its commitment to enforcing traffic laws, educating the public on road safety, and providing quick aid to crash victims especially this ember month.
