The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has condemned the reckless driving habits of some truck operators plying the Sango–Ota corridor following a fatal accident at the Ota Toll Gate area that claimed seven lives.

The crash, which involved a trailer tanker reportedly affected by brake failure, resulted in the deaths of six men and one woman.

Meanwhile, two other victims, a male and a female sustained critical injuries and are currently receiving medical attention. In total, nine persons were involved in the incident.

Describing the development as painful and unacceptable, the governor, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade, said the loss of innocent lives due to preventable negligence is one too many.

He therefore extended his condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for strength and comfort for them during the difficult period.

In a related development, the Executive Chairman of Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government, Lawal Adewale Wasiu, visited the scene shortly after the incident alongside key local government officials, where he received briefings from security operatives coordinating rescue and control efforts.

The chairman expressed sorrow over the tragedy and reiterated the need for strict adherence to traffic regulations.

He also cautioned against roadside trading and other risky activities that expose residents and commuters to avoidable danger, assuring that the council would collaborate with relevant agencies to strengthen safety compliance within the axis.