A tragic road accident has claimed the lives of two brothers in Ebonyi State, leaving a community in mourning. The fatal incident occurred on the morning of Thursday, January 1, 2026, in the Obegu-Aba area of Ozibo, within the Ebonyi Local Government Area.
Details of the Fatal Collision
According to an eyewitness account provided by Mr. Uchenna, the tragedy unfolded around 7:30 a.m. The two deceased were riding together on a Mate model motorcycle when they were struck by a Toyota Corolla vehicle. The car, bearing the Ebonyi State government registration number Ebonyi 241-EBGH, was reported to have been moving at a high speed at the time of the collision.
The impact of the crash was devastating. One of the victims suffered a severed leg, while the other had a hand severed. The force of the accident also left their motorcycle damaged beyond repair.
Driver Flees, Police Respond
In a distressing turn of events following the crash, the driver of the Toyota Corolla reportedly abandoned the vehicle and fled the scene on foot. This act left the victims without immediate aid from the person responsible for the collision.
Minutes later, a team of police officers from the Ebonyi State Police Command arrived at the location in Obegu-Aba. The officers took charge of the situation, evacuating the bodies of the two brothers from the scene. The police also impounded the Toyota Corolla involved in the accident and moved it to their station for further investigation.
Community and Safety Implications
This heartbreaking incident has once again cast a spotlight on the critical issue of road safety in Nigeria, particularly concerning the vulnerability of motorcycle riders. The decision of the driver to flee, leaving the victims, adds a layer of hit-and-run negligence to the tragedy.
The local community in Ozibo is left to grapple with the sudden loss, as authorities begin the process of investigating the exact cause of the crash and searching for the driver who escaped. The event serves as a grim reminder for all road users to prioritize safety and responsibility.
