Outgoing Governor Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State and the state governor-elect, Mr. Seyi Makinde has reacted to the Ibadan fire accident which claimed the lives of two unidentified victims.
The fire incident on Thursday, it was gathered, was triggered by the fall of a fuel-laden truck which exploded and went up in flames at Onipepeye, along Iwo road, Ibadan.
While reacting to the incident, Ajimobi in a statement by his his Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy, Mr. Bolaji Tunji, yesterday commiserated with victims and their families.
The statement read: “I received the depressing news of the unfortunate accident with grief and sadness. I am, especially pained that it led to loss of lives and property of innocent citizens who were going about in search of their daily bread.
“I condole with the family and friends of those that died in the accident and I wish those injured speedy recoveries. I’m using this opportunity to appeal to vehicle owners to put their vehicles in good condition before hitting the roads during this festive season.
“I also urge motorists to drive carefully and adhere to all safety precautions to avert a recurrence of this unfortunate incident. We should always remember our loved ones and have consideration for other roads users while plying the roads.
“May God grant the soul of our deceased compatriots eternal rest and mitigate the loss of those who lost properties to the accident.”
On his part, Makinde said, “Deeply saddened by the news of the incident involving a petrol tanker along Old Ife Way in Ibadan which resulted in casualties and destruction of properties.
“May the souls of the victims rest in peace.”
