Aramoko-Ekiti Tragedy: Father Demands Justice After Truck Accident Kills Son, Destroys Home
A devastating truck accident has claimed the life of 21-year-old Promise Farotimi, a student of Building Technology at the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, and destroyed his family home in Aramoko-Ekiti, Ekiti West local government area of Ekiti state. The incident occurred at Oke-Ila area when a heavy-duty truck lost control and rammed into the Farotimi residence, killing Promise who was asleep at the time.
The distraught father, Mr. Rufus Farotimi, has called on the authorities for justice and assistance. He described the incident as a double tragedy, leaving him homeless and bereaved. The truck driver fled the scene immediately after the crash, while residents apprehended the driver's assistant, known as an "operator boy." The family is now in dire need of assistance, with Mr. Farotimi stating that he has lost everything, including his clothes.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with many calling for the authorities to take swift action. The authorities have been urged to investigate the accident and bring the perpetrators to justice.
The tragic loss of Promise Farotimi is a stark reminder of the dangers on Nigeria's roads. The authorities must take immediate action to prevent such incidents from happening in the future. With the truck driver still at large, it is imperative that the police launch a thorough investigation to bring the perpetrator to justice. The focus should now be on supporting the Farotimi family during this difficult time.
