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A devastating accident on the Owo-Ikare highway in Ondo State has claimed the lives of 13 passengers.
The crash occurred at Abule Panu near Ose Bridge, where two buses collided and burst into flames.
The incident involved 14 passengers, with only one survivor, who sustained severe injuries and was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre in Owo.
Reports indicate that a tyre burst on one of the buses led to the driver losing control, resulting in a head-on collision with the second bus, which was transporting fabrics.
Both vehicles were engulfed in fire after the collision.
Emergency responders, including the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), police, and fire service, arrived promptly to assist.
The remains of the deceased have been deposited at the morgue.
Drivers are urged to maintain their vehicles and practice caution, while passengers are encouraged to speak up against unsafe driving practices.
