Auto crash kills 23 in Osun

Date: 05-03-2013 11:15 pm (11 years ago) | Author: Direct
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NO fewer than 23 persons lost their lives in road accidents in various locations in January, the Osun State sector command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has said.


The Sector Commander, Mr. Imoh Etuk told journalists in Osogbo that most of the accidents recorded in the state were caused by over speeding on the parts of drivers.


Etuk also disclosed that 13 fatal accidents were recorded by his command in the same month and 108 persons were severely injured in the incidents.


Besides, he said that over 24,000 traffic offenders were apprehended within the period, while 1,000 were arraigned in court and prosecuted in accordance with traffic laws.


The FRSC chief, who cautioned drivers against over speeding, said that most of the accidents recorded were preventable if only drivers could be patient while on wheels.


Etuk debunked allegations of bribery levelled against some officers of the corps by a group of drivers saying the command was made up of disciplined officers who would not sell their conscience for a plate of porridge.


He stressed that FRSC under his watch would not hesitate to deal decisively with any erring officer who might be found wanting in the discharge of his or her professional responsibilities.


Etuk, who said that he had always ensured thorough supervision of all men and officers of the command even during public holidays, maintained that the command had zero tolerance for corruption and other acts capable of undermining the confidence the public repose in the corps.

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