A devastating accident has claimed the lives of multiple individuals, including five students from Osun State University (UNIOSUN).
The fatal crash occurred on Sunday, March 23, 2025, along the Ikire-Ibadan expressway at the Balogun area of Ikire. According to reports, the collision involved a luxurious bus traveling from Ibadan and another commercial bus from Osogbo, both of which collided head-on, resulting in a horrific scene of destruction and loss of lives.
Eyewitness accounts and reports from emergency responders confirm that at least ten people died in the crash, while many others sustained severe injuries. The impact of the collision left both vehicles extensively damaged, making rescue efforts difficult.
Confirming the tragedy, the Public Relations Officer of UNIOSUN, Ademola Adesoji, stated that the university management promptly dispatched a team to the accident scene upon receiving the distressing news. Their mission was to identify and provide necessary support to affected students and families.
“Regrettably, we confirm the loss of the following students: Olagbemide Dotun, a 200-level student of Software Engineering; Suleiman Farouq, a 400-level student of Law; Ogundare Pelumi, a 300-level student of Public Health; Ogundare Elijah, a 100-level student of Mechanical Engineering; and Olawuyi Mary, a 200-level student of Nursing.
“However, we are relieved to report that one of our students, Olagbemide Damilola, a 200-level student of Medicine and Surgery, survived the accident and is currently receiving medical treatment.
“Osun State University is working closely with relevant authorities, including the police and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), to gather more details about the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident. We are also providing moral and logistical support to the bereaved families, including assisting with funeral arrangements for the deceased students.
“This heartbreaking loss has deeply shaken our university community. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of the victims. We urge our students, staff, and the entire university community to remain calm and supportive during this difficult period,” Adesoji added.
Emergency responders, including the FRSC and local security agencies, swiftly arrived at the scene to manage the situation, evacuate victims, and clear the wreckage to prevent further road mishaps. Several survivors were rushed to nearby hospitals, where they are receiving urgent medical attention.
Authorities have reiterated the need for stricter road safety measures and caution among drivers to prevent future tragedies of this nature. The police and FRSC are continuing investigations to determine the exact cause of the collision and to hold accountable any party found responsible.
This tragic incident has left the UNIOSUN community and the families of the victims in mourning, with an outpouring of condolences and support from students, faculty, and the general public.
The Peoples’ Insight will continue to follow up on this heartbreaking story and provide updates as more details emerge.
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