The Ondo State Agency for Transport and the Ondo State Vehicle Inspection Service (VIO) have expressed profound sorrow over the death of one of their officers, Mr T. Sesan Adediji, a Chief Vehicle Inspection Assistant Officer, who lost his life in a road accident along Hospital Road, Akure, while performing his official duties.
According to the Agency, Mr Adediji was reportedly knocked down by a driver who fled the scene immediately after the incident. He was rushed to a hospital, where he was subsequently confirmed dead. His remains have been deposited at the mortuary.
The Agency confirmed that the driver has since been apprehended and handed over to the Police, while the vehicle involved in the accident has been impounded and placed in Police custody for further investigation.
It also expressed appreciation to the Ondo State Commissioner of Police and officers of the Command for their prompt intervention, cooperation and support following the incident.
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Transport, Hon. Olumuyiwa Ogunyemi; the Permanent Secretary, Mr Tope Lebile, mni; the management and staff of the Agency; and the entire VIO family described the death as a devastating loss.
The Agency noted that Mr Adediji’s death highlights the risks faced daily by officers working on the roads to promote safety, enforce traffic regulations and protect members of the public.
It extended its heartfelt condolences to the deceased’s immediate family, colleagues, friends and loved ones, while praying that Almighty God grants them the strength and comfort to bear the loss.
The Agency added that it had contacted the bereaved family and that necessary arrangements were being made. Further information, it said, would be communicated as appropriate.
While mourning the deceased, the Agency called on motorists to exercise caution, obey traffic rules and regulations, and show respect and cooperation to traffic enforcement officers carrying out their lawful duties.
It warned that reckless driving endangers lives and must not be treated lightly.
The Agency also assured personnel of the Vehicle Inspection Service (VIO), State Traffic Control (STC) and other field operations units of the government’s continued support and commitment to their safety and protection while serving the state.
Members of the public and the media were urged to respect the privacy and dignity of the bereaved family during the mourning period and refrain from speculation about the circumstances surrounding the incident.
