Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has expressed profound sorrow following a fatal accident that occurred on Monday morning at Oke-Elesin, Amuloko, in the Ona-Ara Local Government Area of Oyo State. The incident, which claimed six lives and left several others injured, has cast a shadow of grief over the community.
In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and released to news outlets on Tuesday in Ibadan, Senator Alli extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and those who suffered injuries, offering prayers for their strength and resilience during this tragic time.
Describing the accident as a devastating blow not only to the Ona-Ara community but to Oyo State as a whole, Senator Alli emphasized the critical need for improved road safety measures and stricter enforcement of traffic regulations. He lamented the preventable nature of the tragedy and urged relevant authorities and traffic agencies to enhance efforts toward maintaining safer roads and educating drivers on responsible driving practices.
“Human lives must take precedence over speed and reckless driving,” the senator stated, calling for immediate steps to reduce the frequency of such tragic incidents.
Furthermore, Senator Alli appealed to the Oyo State Government to provide prompt and adequate relief to the injured victims and their families. He stressed the importance of collaboration between the government and local authorities in improving road conditions to prevent future accidents.
The lawmaker concluded by praying for the repose of the souls of the deceased and for the swift recovery of the injured. He also urged all Oyo State residents to keep the victims and their families in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult period, emphasizing the need for unity and support in the face of this tragedy.
