On Thursday, April 25, a terrible road accident devastated the Koungheul region, leaving 14 dead and several dozen injured. Faced with this tragedy, journalist and politician Mamoudou Ibra Kane reacted with emotion and firmness, calling for urgent awareness of road safety in the country. On Thursday, April 25, a terrible road accident devastated the Koungheul region, leaving 14 dead and several dozen injured. Faced with this tragedy, journalist and politician Mamoudou Ibra Kane reacted with emotion and firmness, calling for urgent awareness of road safety in the country.
“14 dead. From abroad, I have just learned of the road accident not far from Koungheul with its heavy toll. My prayers for the victims and my condolences to their families. This accident is reminiscent of those of Sikilo and Sakkal. Road safety, a top priority!!! “, he wrote, expressing his dismay at this new tragedy which is reminiscent of other deadly accidents that have occurred in the past.
This reaction is not isolated. The Minister of Transport, El Malick Ndiaye, also became aware of the urgency to act. Indeed, in the wake of the accident, he went to Koungheul to assess the situation on the ground. Additionally, he announced several upcoming measures aimed at strengthening safety on the roads, including the implementation of stricter speed limits, banning vehicle overloading, among other initiatives.
By Modou Mamoune Tine
Source: https://www.senenews.com/
Senenews (SENEGAL)
