Emmanuel lkpeama
A tragic accident occurred on the Lekki-Epe Expressway in Lagos, claiming the life of a truck driver who was struck by a speeding vehicle while trying to alert others of a capsized truck
Investigator news reports that the articulated truck lost balance and capsized at the location.
Upon receipt of distress notifications, the LASTMA actively monitoring vehicular flow overnight within the corridor, swiftly deployed to the scene and immediately secured the accident zone to forestall secondary collisions and safeguard road users.
In a deeply distressing turn of events, while the truck driver was conscientiously attempting to deploy a “C” caution sign to alert oncoming motorists, a recklessly speeding vehicle struck him.
The errant driver absconded without rendering assistance, leaving the victim grievously injured. The force of the impact led to the instantaneous demise of the truck driver.
LASTMA’s rescue operatives promptly evacuated the deceased from the carriageway and formally handed over the remains to officers of the Elemoro Police Station, who responded following an emergency alert from LASTMA personnel.
A comprehensive investigation is presently underway to identify, track and prosecute the fleeing culprit.
The General Manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki visited the scene of the incident and conveyed his deepest condolences to the bereaved family, lamenting the occurrence as a heartbreaking yet preventable tragedy.
He sternly cautioned motorists to exercise heightened safety consciousness, comply strictly with traffic laws and observe regulated speed limits as stipulated by the Lagos State Government, stressing that excessive speed and disregard for warning signs remain lethal contributors to road fatalities.
In another development,a distressing incident occurred at Iyana Itire, inward Oshodi, a violent collision between a Volkswagen commercial bus (SMK 850 HK) and a Toyota Sienna car (KSF 329 XL) claiming the lives of two persons.
At Owode Elede, inward Owode Onirin along the Ikorodu Road corridor, another severe crash involving a Volkswagen commercial bus (AGL 713 XP) and a Toyota Corolla car (AGL 607 JF) left four persons injured.
Investigator news gathered that LASTMA operatives, acting with commendable dispatch rescued the victims and ensured their immediate transfer to the hospital, while also restoring traffic normalcy in the area.
Bakare-Oki condemned the spate of accidents, describing them as avoidable tragedies occasioned largely by recklessness and excessive speeding, especially on a day meant to usher in hope, reflection and renewed commitment to safety.
While extending his heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives, praying for fortitude to bear the irreparable losses,he commended the promptness, professionalism, and dedication of LASTMA personnel whose timely interventions mitigated further casualties and ensured the rapid rescue of injured victims.
He reiterated LASTMA’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property on Lagos roads, while sternly warning motorists to eschew dangerous driving habits, obey traffic regulations, and prioritize human life over speed and impatience.
“LASTMA remains resolute in its mandate to enforce traffic laws, respond swiftly to emergencies and continually sensitize the motoring public on the imperative of road safety, particularly during festive and high-mobility periods.”he said
