Kogi State Government has confirmed the death of six persons in a road crash along the Lokoja–Okene road.
This was contained in a statement made available to journalists by the state Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, on Wednesday night.
Fanwo said, “The Kogi State Government regrets to announce a tragic accident involving a bus conveying some of our citizens who were returning from the commemoration of the 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities held earlier today at the Government House, Lokoja.
“The unfortunate accident, which occurred along the Lokoja–Okene road, claimed six precious lives. Thirteen others sustained varying degrees of injuries and are currently receiving medical attention at different health facilities across the state.”
Fanwo stated that the tragedy has brought profound sorrow to the government and people of Kogi State.
“We mourn deeply with the families of the deceased and extend our heartfelt condolences to them during this painful and devastating moment. The loss of any Kogite is a loss to us all, and we stand in solidarity with the affected families and communities. This is indeed a dark day in our history.”
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