Oyo Fire Agency Recovers 2 Bodies From Ariyo River

The Oyo State Fire Services Agency has recovered two bodies from Ariyo River along Amuloko-Akanran Road, Ibadan.

The special adviser on Fire Services Reform and Chairman of the Fire Services Agency, Dr Moroof Akinwande, who confirmed the incident on Saturday, said a distress call was received on Friday night regarding a road traffic accident involving a Toyota Avensis with an unknown registration number that lost control while in motion and plunged into a nearby river.

He said immediately the information was received, fire officers led by ACFS Amoo promptly mobilized to the scene.

“On arrival, it was confirmed that the vehicle had swerved off the road and submerged in the river.

“The rescue team immediately commenced the operations by applying all necessary rescue operational procedures and successfully recovered two casualties from the vehicle.

“The victims were subsequently handed over to the officers of Nigeria Police Force  led by ASP Adesuwa Sesan from Ogbere Target Police Station, Ibadan for further necessary action”, he said.

According to him, the post incident investigation revealed that the cause of the accident was as a result of overspeeding and brake failure.

He said the scene was secure before the crew was returned to the station by  01:19hrs, and  on operational standby.

He urged members of the public to be more safety conscious, especially around festive periods.

He also advised the motorists to ensure all parts of the vehicles are functioning properly and advised against over speeding to prevent avoidable tragedies.

Members of the public were advised to promptly report fire or rescue emergencies, provide accurate addresses, and contact the Fire Service through the following emergency lines: 08067439223, 08054353501, or 615 (toll-free).