The Kogi State Government has expressed sadness over a tragic accident involving a bus conveying some of participants who were returning from the commemoration of the 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities held at the Government House, Lokoja, on Wednesday.

In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, the State government noted that the unfortunate accident, which occurred along the Lokoja–Okene road, claimed six lives.

According to Fanwo, 13 others sustained varying degrees of injuries, adding that they are currently receiving medical attention at different health facilities across the state.

“This tragedy has brought profound sorrow to the Government and people of Kogi State. We mourn deeply with the families of the deceased and extend our heartfelt condolences to them during this painful and devastating moment. The loss of any Kogite is a loss to us all, and we stand in solidarity with the affected families and communities. This is indeed a dark day in our history.

“His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, the Executive Governor of Kogi State, has directed that the State Government take full responsibility for the medical care of all injured persons until they fully recover. Government officials have been deployed to the various hospitals to ensure that the victims receive the best possible treatment and to provide support to their families.

“Our hearts are with the families who lost their loved ones, as we consider this a state tragedy of devastating magnitude.

“As we collectively grieve, we ask for prayers for the repose of the souls of the departed and for the quick recovery of the injured. May God grant the bereaved families the strength to bear this irreparable loss,” the Commissioner stated.