The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says 12 people died in a fatal accident that occurred along the Benin–Auchi–Lokoja Road, on Wednesday.
The Spokesperson for the Edo State Command of the FRSC, Patricia Onwochei, confirmed the incident saying it involved a truck reportedly conveying both passengers and goods to Benin City. 14 other people were injured, while several others escaped unhurt.
Eyewitnesses said about 37 passengers were on board when the vehicle lost control while trying to overtake on high speed. It skidded off the road before overturning and trapping it’s occupants.
Onwochei said one of the deceased has been buried, while the remaining 11 corpses have been deposited at the mortuary of St. Lazarus Hospital in the area.