Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, today, visited the scene of the accident that occurred last night in Akungba Akoko where so many lives were lost.
The Governor who came to the scene about 1pm, expressed displeasure at the incident.
The Governor attributed many of the accidents to recklessness on the part of drivers.
Akeredolu said, "when we heard the incident that many people died, it was pathetic, something bad has happened, we will ensure to support victims at the hospital "
"Many of accidents are caused by reckless driving.
I want to appeal to our people, insurance shall cover many of the expenses, we must get the owner of the trailer and get their insurance company"
Earlier, the traditional ruler of the University community, Oba Sunday Adeyeye, Ajimo III, thanked the Governor for the timely visit.
The monarch, also asked for compensation for the loss of lives and the hospitalised victims.
He, however, appealed to the Governor by helping the community to construct a twin road in the community, or creating an alternative roads for higher duty vehicle in the community.
In his response, the Governor said experts shall be invited to review causes of incessant accidents, and proffer a lasting solution.
"We will look for experts that will give a lasting solution to prevent further attack, he said
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