Eight die, 17 injured in Ondo cult clash, auto crash

Speaking on the police raid of the hideout of the suspected cult members,the police image maker, said that “Desperate times require desperate actions. Anyone arrested during the raid has one or two things to do with the clash.

“Our men have acted rightly, and if any of them are found to have acted wrongly, they will face disciplinary action. But if they have done the right thing, people should commend them.”

Ayanlade said that efforts were ongoing to apprehend those behind the killings.

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The police detectives  are currently patrolling New Garage in Ayeyemi, believed to be a stronghold of one of the cult group.

Meanwhile, two lives were lost in the auto crash while nine others were injured.

Eyewitness account said that the accident involved a Toyota Sienna bus traveling to Abuja.

The commercial bus reportedly somersaulted after it had a burst tyre.

Speaking on the crash, the Ondo Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Samuel lbitoye who confirmed the crash, said that the corpses of the victims have been deposited at the morgue.

Ibitoye, said that those injured in the crash were rushed to the Okeagbe Akoko General Hospital for treatment.”

He urged drivers to exercise caution on the highways, emphasizing the importance of vehicle maintenance and safe driving practices to prevent such accidents.

According to him “This incident highlights the need for regular vehicle checks and adherence to traffic rules to ensure safety on Nigerian roads.

He said that ” The Federal Road Safety Corps has consistently emphasized the importance of responsible driving and proper vehicle maintenance in preventing accidents.