Emmanuel lkpeama
A tragic accident occurred at Ilubirin inward Simpson, Lagos Island, claiming the lives of a police officer and a scavenger.
Investigator news reports that the driver of a Toyota Camry vehicle, MUS 885 JA, was speeding when he lost control and veered off his lane, striking the victims.
LASTMA personnel stationed around the Ilubirin axis swiftly intervened, cordoning off the accident zone to ensure safety and prevent further complications.
The driver attempted to flee the scene but was apprehended by LASTMA personnel and handed over to the police.
The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, who visited the accident scene in a sober and reflective mood, commiserated deeply with the families, colleagues and communities affected by the tragic incident.
He lamented the needless loss of lives and described the event as a painful reminder of the consequences of reckless driving.
Mr. Bakare-Oki went further to admonished motorists generally to adhere strictly to government-approved speed limits and to maintain the highest standards of road discipline.
He reiterated that speed violations remain one of the leading causes of avoidable road fatalities.
The General Manager reaffirmed LASTMA’s unwavering commitment to continuous public enlightenment on road safety protocols, urging all road users—particularly drivers—to adopt safer driving habits in order to prevent future tragedies.
Investigator news gathered that the accidented vehicle was professionally evacuated by LASTMA operatives to forestall secondary accidents and restore normalcy to traffic flow in the corridor.
