CUSTOMS OFFICER DIES IN LONE CRASH ALONG CROSS RIVER HIGHWAY

A 54-year-old officer of the Nigeria Customs Service, Etteng Ise, has died following a lone motor accident along the Ikom-Calabar Highway in Cross River State. The fatal crash reportedly occurred after the officer lost control of his vehicle while attempting to avoid an obstruction on the road.

The incident involved only the officer’s vehicle, which reportedly veered off the highway after he attempted to avoid the obstruction. The impact left Ise critically injured, with emergency responders and other road users attending to the scene following the crash.

The death of the customs officer has been reported as a tragic loss, particularly as the Ikom-Calabar route remains an important transportation corridor in Cross River. Road users frequently rely on the highway for movement between communities, making safety conditions and road hazards a continuing concern.

Authorities are expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the accident, including the condition of the road and the obstruction that the officer was reportedly trying to avoid. The incident further highlights the dangers motorists can face when unexpected hazards occur on major highways.

The death has also renewed attention on the need for improved road safety measures and prompt removal of hazards from major routes. Motorists using the Ikom-Calabar Highway are advised to remain cautious, particularly when approaching areas where road conditions or unexpected obstacles could affect vehicle control.