Obaseki Calls for Safety Reforms After Oluku Fire Tragedy

Godwin Obaseki, the former governor of Edo State, expressed deep sorrow over the Oluku fire disaster along the Benin–Lagos Expressway, which resulted in loss of lives, injuries, and property damage. In a statement released to Naija News, he lamented the increasing frequency of such disasters in Nigeria and emphasized the need for collective action to address safety standards.

Obaseki conveyed his condolences to the families of victims and highlighted the emotional toll of losing loved ones in preventable circumstances. He criticized the systemic inefficiencies and inadequate safety measures that expose citizens to danger, urging a thorough examination of safety protocols and emergency response mechanisms.

He called for a commitment to ensure that the lessons learned from the Oluku tragedy lead to meaningful changes in safety regulations to protect lives in the future.