Tragedy Strikes UNILORIN: Fatal Accident Claims Lives at Campus Gate

Tragedy Strikes UNILORIN: Fatal Accident Claims Lives at Campus Gate

In a tragic turn of events today, the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) community is in mourning following a fatal accident at the main campus gate. The incident involved a campus shuttle known as “Korope,” carrying students returning home after completing their exams. Reports indicate that several lives have been lost, while the driver sustained minor injuries.

Witnesses on the scene described a harrowing scene of the overcrowded bus, which was carrying 10 passengers despite its capacity limit of 7. This overcrowding is believed to have contributed to the severity of the accident.

A brief video footage captured moments after the crash paints a grim picture of the overturned bus and injured passengers. Efforts to gather additional information from UNILORIN’s Counseling and Advisory Unit (CAU) were unsuccessful at the time of reporting.

The UNILORIN community is deeply shocked and saddened by this tragedy. There has been an outpouring of grief and support for the families and friends of the victims. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding safety protocols and transportation management at the university’s main gate.

As we collectively mourn this devastating loss of young lives, our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by this tragedy. May we strive for improved safety measures to prevent such heart-wrenching incidents in the future.

This day will be remembered as a dark chapter in UNILORIN’s history, as we reflect on the lives lost in this tragic accident.

The accident occurred as students were returning home after completing their exams, highlighting a poignant moment turned tragic. Eyewitnesses recount the bus being overcrowded, carrying 10 passengers despite a capacity limit of 7, which undoubtedly contributed to the severity of the crash.

A 31-second video obtained from the scene offers a distressing glimpse into the aftermath, revealing the immediate aftermath of the collision.

Efforts to reach UNILORIN’s Counseling and Advisory Unit (CAU) for further information have been unsuccessful, underscoring the chaotic nature of the situation. The community is now grappling with shock and sorrow, mourning the loss of young lives cut short.

This incident marks a distressing recurrence at UNILORIN’s main gate, raising urgent concerns about safety protocols and oversight in campus transportation. There is a resounding call for swift action to prevent similar tragedies from recurring.

Our hearts go out to the families and friends of the victims, as well as to the entire UNILORIN community. May they find comfort and strength during this difficult time.

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