The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed that two persons died following a car crash that occured along Iwuru Road in Cross River on Sunday.
Mr Innocent Etuk, the Sector Commander, FRSC Command in Cross River, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Calabar that two others were injured in the crash.
Etuk said that the crash which occurred at Big Iwuru in Akamkpa Local Government Area was a result of speeding.
He said that the crash involved a commercial Toyota Hiace bus and a Lexus 350 Sports Utility Vehicle.
The FRSC official said that the bodies of the victims had been deposited in a morgue.
Etuk urged motorists to be conscious of their safety and that of other road users during the festive season.
“Motorists should avoid speeding, drinking alcohol, distraction and use of phone while driving. Let’s practice defensive driving.
“Let me also urge road users to plan their trips, leave early, remain emotionally stable, obey traffic rules and stay alert, life is priceless and cannot be duplicated,” he said.
(NAN)
