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2 Female Students Crushed To Death In Lokoja

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A ghastly motor accident which occurred in Lokoja, Kogi State on Friday morning at about 10am has claimed the lives of a female student of Federal University Lokoja, Miss Covenant Omolola Isaac, and another female student of Kogi State Polytechnic Lokoja, Abu Taiwo Abimbola, from the Department of Science Laboratory and Technology Student.

Didactic Information Hut gathered that a heavily loaded articulated vehicle enroute Abuja along Felele, in Lokoja, lost control and ran into a tricycle popularly called Keke, which was carrying passengers heading to town including the deceased students.

Other occupants of the tricycle were seriously injured.

An identification card of the deceased female student of Federal University Lokoja, Covenant Omolola Isaac, of Department of Geology, was also recovered from the accident scene.

A source priclcy to the sad incident disclosed that the bodies of the two female students were later deposited at Specialist Hospital, Lokoja, by some officers of the Federal Road Safety Commission, FRSC.

Meanwhile, the President of the
National association of Science Laboratory and Technology Students, Kogi State Polytechnic chapter, Comrade Akor Caleb Kelvin, confirmed the incident via a statement over the demise of the female student.

The statement read, “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of our cherished member, [Abu Taiwo Abimbola, 2023/HSLT/MCB/087], who tragically lost her life earlier today in a road accident along Felele Road, Lokoja. This devastating loss has left all of us in shock and deep sorrow.

“Abimbola, was more than just a member of our association; she was a beacon of hope and inspiration to everyone around her. Her kindness, dedication, and passion for education made her an exceptional part of our community. leaving behind a legacy of love and excellence.

“As we mourn this heartbreaking loss, we extend our deepest sympathies to her family, friends, and loved ones. We pray for strength and comfort for them during this incredibly difficult time.

“In honor of her memory, the association will be organizing a tribute and memorial service to celebrate her remarkable life. Details of the event will be shared in due course, and we encourage everyone to join us in paying our final respects.

“Taiwo Abimbola will forever remain in our hearts. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in perfect peace. Amen.”

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