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Six killed, 11 injured in Ebonyi auto crash

By Chinyere Treasure Mbadiwe
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No fewer than six people were confirmed dead while eleven others sustained injuries in an automobile crash on the Onueke axis at the Afikpo-Abakaliki road in Ebonyi.

The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) in the state, Igwe Nnabuife said that the accident involved 17 persons.

Nnabuife noted that the accident involved three vehicles, two articulated vehicles and a commercial bus belonging to Peace Mass Transit.

The FRSC commander told New Agency of Nigeria that, “It happened around 11:50 am at Onuwedu, Onueke axis, Ezza South local government area of Ebonyi.

“This is a multiple crash, and it was caused by wrong overtaking.

“The dead have been taken to the mortuary at Alex Ekwueme Federal Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki, while those injured are receiving treatment.

“We advise drivers to always be patient while driving. Always obey the traffic rules and regulations. Avoid dangerous driving and overspeeding to save lives.”

Chinyere Treasure Mbadiwe
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Chinyere Treasure Mbadiwe is the Co-founder and CEO of Wakadaily News. With a B.Sc. in Business Administration from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), she brings a wealth of leadership and strategic expertise to the platform. Chinyere is passionate about delivering high-quality, engaging news that informs and empowers audiences. Her vision for Wakadaily is to create a space where reliable, diverse, and impactful content connects people and fosters informed conversations.
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