Over 10 people involved in a road accident on the Benin–Auchi highway on Saturday were rescued through the swift intervention of the Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo.
The governor, who was en route to Irrua in the Esan Central Local Government Area of the state with his entourage, met a heavy gridlock after the bypass and immediately alighted to assess the situation.
At the accident scene, several victims were found in critical condition, many bleeding profusely, while bystanders stood helplessly. Moved by their state, Governor Okpebholo directed his aides to use two of his security Hilux vehicles to convey the victims to a medical facility for treatment.
He personally supervised as the injured passengers, including a severely injured woman, were lifted into the waiting vehicles and rushed to the hospital.
Eyewitnesses explained that the accident occurred when the driver of a white Toyota Venza with registration number ABUJA, GWA 50 AW, drove against traffic, colliding with three commercial minibuses fully loaded with passengers.
The impact left many injured and caused a major traffic standstill. Governor Okpebholo remained at the scene until he was assured that all victims were safely taken to a hospital under security escort before continuing his journey to Irrua.
His quick action earned him applause from motorists, residents, and sympathisers.
What you should know
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State personally intervened in a multiple-vehicle crash on the Benin–Auchi highway, using his security vehicles to transport victims to the hospital.
His prompt action helped save lives and won him praise from bystanders.
