Fatal Accident on Idemili River: FRSC Urges Caution on Nigerian Roads

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Anambra State Command has issued a stern warning to drivers, urging them to refrain from excessive speeding and conditions that could compromise their safety on the road. A devastating road accident occurred on Tuesday, March 3, 2025, along the Idemili River by the Second Niger Bridge, resulting in the loss of four lives and leaving two others injured.

According to Corps Commander Joyce Nnennaya Alexander, the accident involved a trailer with an unstrapped container that collided with five other vehicles, including a bus and four tricycles parked by the roadside. Eyewitnesses reported that the driver of the trailer was descending a hill at high speed, lost control, and crashed into the other vehicles.

The FRSC attributed the cause of the accident to excessive speed and loss of control. This tragic incident the government agency says, serves as a stark reminder of the importance of adhering to traffic regulations and driving responsibly.

In response to the accident, FRSC officials were seen to have arrived at the scene, to clear the wreckage and restore traffic flow. The Sector Commander also urged all road users to adhere to traffic regulations to prevent accidents and ensure safe travels to their destinations.

As the FRSC continues to investigate the crash, they are reminding drivers that speed thrills but kills. The Corps is committed to reducing road accidents and ensuring public safety through education, enforcement, and emergency services.

The FRSC in this light has called for drivers and road users to ensure that these safety reminders are adhered to, which includes avoiding excessive speeding, following traffic regulations, defensive driving among others.

The agency also tasked drivers to ensure that their vehicles are roadworthy to avoid any form of breakdown on the road that may cause accident.

Tinubu Appoints Chioma Awuzie Substantive Rector, Fed Poly Oko

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie as the substantive Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State. Dr. Awuzie's appointment, which takes effect immediately for a five-year term, follows the recommendation of the Polytechnic's Governing Council, chaired by Sen. Dr. Barnabas Gemade, after a transparent and competitive selection process where she emerged as the leading candidate. Prior to her appointment, Awuzie, who holds a Doctorate Degree in Physical and Materials Chemistry, was a distinguished Chief Lecturer in the Department of Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry Option) and also Director in-charge of Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Projects in the Polytechnic. Under her stewardship, Federal Polytechnic, Oko, witnessed unprecedented advancements in infrastructure and institutional transformation. Her leadership facilitated monumental developments across the Polytechnic’s campuses in Oko, ...

#Watchvideo : SECURITY FORCES BURST THE CAMP OF UNKNOWN GUNMEN IN AKOKWA

Security Forces in the state through a coordinated intelligence report has bursted the camp of the unknown gunmen at Akokwa, Arondizuogu after a long gun duel which resulted to the death of some of the criminals and others arrested. These criminal elements have been known to be behind several attacks in the state such as the killing of police men in Mbaise, Aba Branch in Ehime Mbano, burning down of police stations, attack and attempted kidnapping of former Governor Ikedi Ohakim, abduction of Miss. P.P. Johnson, a female soldier in Okigwe and recently the attack in Akokwa that left many dead. It is obvious that these daredevil gunmen have been perpetuating their evil plans unabated until yesterday when their camp was bursted by security agencies. This is another assurance that our security operatives are leaving no stone unturned in the fight against banditry and other related activities. While it has become obvious that the activities of these non state actors are politically motivate...

Valentine Ozigbo Resigns from Labour Party

In a shocking move, against all speculations over the last few days, Valentine Ozigbo, a close ally of Peter Obi, has announced his resignation from the Labour Party (LP). Ozigbo confirmed his decision to Diaspora Digital Media on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, but declined to provide further details, opting instead to share his reasons during an interactive session on X (Twitter) Space. The session, scheduled for 8 PM, will feature Ozigbo in conversation with Anambra's First Son, @uchepokoye, discussing pressing issues affecting Anambra State, including security challenges, societal fabric collapse, and the hope for a better future. Ozigbo's resignation has sparked interest, with many awaiting his detailed explanation for leaving the Labour Party. His decision comes at a critical time for the party, which has been navigating various challenges in recent months. Credit: Diaspora Digital Media

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