A road accident along the Chepsangor-Kimwani-Kopere road in Nandi County has reignited concerns about road safety in the region. On this occasion, a school bus carrying students and teachers from Olasiti Boarding Primary School was involved in an accident, resulting in injuries to three students and six teachers.
Incident Details
The accident occurred as the bus was returning from the Music Festivals at The University of East Africa-Baraton in Nandi, heading towards the students’ homes in Narok County. According to the police report, the bus lost control and veered off the road, landing in a ditch within the Coptic area.
Response and Medical Attention
Nandi County Health CECM, Ruth Koech, swiftly attended to the injured at Nandi Hills County Hospital. She reported that three pupils and one teacher have been referred to Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital for further management due to the severity of their injuries. The remaining injured individuals are in stable condition and are receiving appropriate medical care.
Calls for Government Action
The accident has prompted local leaders and education stakeholders to call for immediate action from the national government. Bonface Tenai, the KNUT Executive Secretary for Tinderet and Nandi East, emphasized the urgent need for safety measures on the Chepsangor-Kimwani road. “This road has become a death trap. We need barriers and proper signage to prevent further tragedies,” Tenai stated.
Road Safety in Nandi County
This incident is the latest in a series of accidents that have raised alarm among residents and leaders in Nandi County. The Chepsangor-Kimwani road, in particular, has been identified as a high-risk area. The local community is urging the government to prioritize road safety improvements to protect lives.
Conclusion
As the injured students and teachers receive medical care, the focus now shifts to preventing future accidents. The national government is being urged to act swiftly to enhance road safety in Nandi County, ensuring that tragedies like this do not recur. For the families of the affected students and teachers, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical need for improved infrastructure and safety measures on Kenyan roads.
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