A tragic head-on collision occurred near Ajobo village along the Abeokuta-Ibadan Road in Ogun State around 2:30 pm on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. The accident involved a Lexus ES 350, driven by 26-year-old Abiodun Michael from Isolu, FUNAAB Road, Abeokuta, and an Opel Zafira 1.8 Space Wagon, driven by 55-year-old Popoola Ishola Kayode from Odeda. Kayode died at the scene, while six passengers sustained varying degrees of injuries.

Eyewitnesses reported that Michael was driving recklessly toward Abeokuta. While negotiating a sharp bend, he failed to slow down, lost control, and veered off his lane, colliding head-on with the Zafira on the driver's side. Following the incident, Michael and other occupants of the Lexus fled the scene. The Ogun State Police Command is actively seeking information on Michael's whereabouts to ensure justice is served.

The injured victims were initially taken to the General Hospital in Odeda for urgent medical attention. Those with fractures were later transferred to the Federal Medical Centre, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta, for specialized care.

The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the accident and urges anyone with information to assist in locating the fleeing driver. The command also emphasizes its commitment to enforcing road safety regulations and ensuring that reckless drivers face the full weight of the law.

This incident highlights the critical importance of adhering to road safety rules and exercising caution while driving to prevent such avoidable tragedies.