Tragedy struck as a bus belonging to the Ebonyi State Transport Corporation (EBOTRANS) was involved in a fatal accident along the Port Harcourt-Enugu Expressway, near the Ohiya Mechanic Village axis in Abia State. The vehicle reportedly somersaulted multiple times, leading to the death of five passengers and leaving others injured.
Eyewitness accounts suggest that the driver, who survived with minor injuries, allegedly fell asleep while driving, causing the crash. Victims were rushed to nearby hospitals for emergency treatment.
This incident has sparked fresh concerns about driver fatigue and road safety among Ebonyi residents, particularly those who frequently use EBOTRANS services. Stakeholders are calling on the state government and transport authorities to enforce stricter safety measures to prevent similar occurrences.
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