Crown FC Driver Dies After Road Accident en Route to Tournament

The driver of Crown FC, based in Ogbomoso, was buried on Friday after dying from injuries sustained in a road accident. The incident occurred while the team was traveling to Ijebu Ode, Ogun state, for the AFH Pre-Season Tournament.

The club's Toyota Coaster bus collided with a trailer on the way to Ebedei Stadium, resulting in serious injuries to the driver and varying injuries to some players and officials. Initially, Crown FC reported that no casualties had occurred, but subsequent information revealed that the driver succumbed to his injuries.

The club confirmed that efforts were being made to ensure all affected individuals received prompt medical attention. Further details regarding the accident and the condition of the injured players and officials were not immediately available.