Lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has extended her condolences to the families of the victims of the recent auto crash in Okene, Kogi, that claimed six lives and injured five others.

The Senator expressed her sadness over the tragic incident, describing it as “deeply disturbing” and urging all road users to exercise caution.

“My heart goes out to the families of the victims and the injured. May the bereaved families find solace and strength in this difficult time, and may the injured recover swiftly and fully.”

She prayed for the eternal rest of the souls of the departed and for comfort for those left behind.

Senator Natasha urged all road users to exercise caution and adhere to traffic rules and regulations to prevent such tragic incidents in the future.

She emphasised the need for increased awareness and education on road safety, particularly among commercial drivers, to reduce the risk of accidents.

The Senator also called on the relevant authorities to investigate the cause of the crash and take necessary steps to prevent similar incidents.

“The government must prioritise road safety and take concrete actions to ensure that our roads are safe for all users,” she said.