The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Anambra State Command, has confirmed that one person died while eight others sustained injuries in a multiple-vehicle accident along the Awka-Enugu Expressway.
The accident occurred at about 8:45 a.m. on Saturday at Agu-Awka, Immigration Junction, involving a Sinotruck trailer, a Toyota Camry and a commercial tricycle.
The FRSC Sector Commander, Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno, said preliminary investigations identified excessive speed and inadequate warning signs around the construction area as suspected causes of the crash.
According to her, an eyewitness reported that the trailer was descending a slope when the driver noticed a diversion sign and attempted to change lanes.
The trailer reportedly collided sideways with the Toyota Camry, which subsequently rammed into the tricycle from behind, while the trailer somersaulted.
Asekhauno disclosed that nine people were involved in the accident, with one confirmed dead and eight others sustaining varying degrees of injuries.
She added that five of the injured victims were taken to hospital for medical attention.
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The FRSC commander said rescue personnel arrived promptly at the scene to control traffic and remove the obstruction caused by the crash, allowing the blocked diversion route to reopen to motorists.
She expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and wished the injured victims a speedy recovery.
Asekhauno also urged construction companies to provide clear warning signs around construction sites and diversion points.
She advised motorists to observe speed limits, exercise caution around construction areas and obey road signs and traffic instructions.
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