Two students on Friday morning lost their lives in a ghastly motor accident along Felele axis of Lokoja-Abuja highway in Kogi State.

Our correspondent reliably gathered that a heavily loaded articulated vehicle heading for Abuja lost control and rammed into a tricycle popularly known as Keke Napep that was carrying passengers heading to Lokoja town.

An eyewitness said that those that lost their lives are two female students: one from the Federal University Lokoja and the other from Kogi State Polytechnic Lokoja.

An identification card of one of the deceased students, Covenant Omolola Isaac, of the Department of Geology of the Federal University Lokoja was recovered from the accident scene.

According to the eyewitness, the bodies of the two female students were deposited at Specialist Hospital Lokoja by some officers of the Federal Road Safety Commission.

Meanwhile, the president of the National department of Science Laboratory and Technology Student, Kogi state Polytechnic chapter Lokoja Comrade Akor Caleb Kelvin has issued press statement mourning the demise of their colleague in the accident.

It read, “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of our cherished member, [Abu Taiwo Abimbola, 2023/HSLT/MCB/087], who tragically lost her life earlier today in a road accident along Felele Road, Lokoja. This devastating loss has left all of us in shock and deep sorrow.

“Abimbola, was more than just a member of our association; she was a beacon of hope and inspiration to everyone around her. Her kindness, dedication, and passion for education made her an exceptional part of our community. leaving behind a legacy of love and excellence.

“As we mourn this heartbreaking loss, we extend our deepest sympathies to her family, friends, and loved ones. We pray for strength and comfort for them during this incredibly difficult time.

“In honor of her memory, the association will be organizing a tribute and memorial service to celebrate her remarkable life. Details of the event will be shared in due course, and we encourage everyone to join us in paying our final respects.

“Taiwo Abimbola will forever remain in our hearts. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in perfect peace Amen.”