Oborevwori Mourns Victims of Agbor Train Mishap, Orders Immediate Government Response
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic train accident in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, which claimed four lives and left several others injured.
In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor commiserated with the families of the deceased and prayed for the speedy recovery of those receiving treatment for injuries sustained in the incident.
Governor Oborevwori described the accident as heartbreaking and unfortunate, noting that the loss of lives represents a painful tragedy not only for the affected families but also for the entire state.
He assured residents that the state government had swiftly mobilized relevant authorities to the scene to provide immediate assistance to victims and ensure an effective emergency response.
According to the statement, the Governor immediately directed the Commissioner for Special Duties, alongside the Chairmen of Ika South and Ika North-East Local Government Areas, to proceed to the scene and coordinate rescue and relief operations.
Governor Oborevwori also commended security agencies for their prompt intervention. He disclosed that the Commissioner of Police personally visited the scene and deployed adequate security personnel to safeguard passengers’ luggage and other valuables.
The statement further revealed that injured passengers were promptly evacuated to nearby hospitals for medical treatment, while survivors who did not sustain injuries were transported to town. The remains of the deceased were deposited in the mortuary.
To facilitate evacuation efforts, buses were immediately dispatched to convey survivors and injured passengers from the accident scene.
Providing an update on the condition of the victims, the Chairman of Ika North-East Local Government Council, Hon. Monday Odigwe, disclosed that 35 injured passengers were receiving treatment across three hospitals.
According to him, 13 victims are being treated at Central Hospital, Agbor; 12 at General Hospital, Owa-Oyibu; and 10 at General Hospital, Owa-Alero.
Odigwe further disclosed that officials had received assurances that efforts would be made to lift the train from the tracks on Tuesday.
Governor Oborevwori prayed for the peaceful repose of the souls of those who lost their lives and for God to grant their families the strength and fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare, safety, and well-being of all residents, assuring that the government would continue to closely monitor the situation and provide the necessary support to victims receiving treatment in hospital.
