Senator Sharafadeen Alli has expressed sorrow over the tragic loss of lives in a multiple accident that occurred, on Tuesday, at the Agbowo, Ibadan, Ojoo-Iwo Road section of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmaker representing Oyo South Senatorial District extended condolences to the families of the deceased and prayed for the swift recovery of the injured ones.
Alli called on the Federal Government to ensure that safety measures are put in place to protect road users.
The accident, which claimed 16 lives and left 17 others with varying degrees of injury, was attributed to a brake failure on the part of trailer.
Senator Alli, in a statement by his media aide, Akeem Abas, described the incident as tragic and sorrowful.
The lawmaker further said the incident was a devastating blow to the community. He called for urgent measures to prevent future occurrences.
He also called on all road users to prioritise safety and adhere to traffic regulations to avert such tragedies.
“Proper road maintenance and regular checks on vehicles to prevent mechanical failures, which have been a significant cause of accidents on Nigerian roads, is very important.
“I call on the relevant authorities to intensify their efforts in road safety awareness campaigns,” he said.
Senator Alli also urged the Federal Government to take immediate steps to address the ongoing construction issues along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
He called on the Federal Ministry of Works to implore the contractors responsible for the project to expedite the construction process. He added that safety measures should be put in place to protect road users.
Senator Alli restated his commitment to advocating for the safety and well-being of his constituents as well as all Nigerians in general.
He also assured the public that he would continue to push for necessary interventions to improve road safety and prevent the loss of lives on the nation’s highways.
