Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Dangote Truck Kills LASTMA Officer, Two Others In Brakes-Failed Crash.

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Emmanuel Clement

A tragic accident at Badagry Roundabout on Monday, February 23, 2026, claimed the lives of a LASTMA officer and two others.

Investigator news reports that the Dangote Group truck suffered brake failure, causing the driver to lose control and crash into the officer and pedestrians.

The driver lost control of the vehicle, which then struck the LASTMA officer who was diligently performing his traffic regulation duties and a pedestrian at the roundabout.

The truck continued on its path, tragically taking the life of another individual before coming to a stop approximately 200 meters from the initial point of impact.

The driver fled the accident scene but, was later apprehended by other LASTMA personnel and handed over to the Police.Emergency responders, including LASTMA, FRSC, and police, rushed to the scene, and the victims were pronounced dead at the hospital.

The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki expressed his profound grief and offered his heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased.

“This is a heartbreaking incident and our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims during this incredibly difficult time,” he said.

“The LASTMA officer who lost his life was a dedicated public servant who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the people of Lagos. We honour his courage, professionalism and unwavering commitment to his duty.”

Mr Bakare-Oki also emphasised the urgent need for all transport companies to prioritise the safety of their vehicles and the public.

“This tragedy is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of mechanical failures,” he stated.

“We implore all haulage operators and logistics companies to implement rigorous and regular maintenance checks, especially on braking systems to prevent such avoidable accidents.”

Investigator news gathered that the accident vehicle was impounded and handed over to Badagry Police Division for a thorough forensic investigation.

LASTMA has assured the public that it will work closely with all relevant agencies to ensure that justice is served and to strengthen safety regulations on all Lagos corridors.

This painful loss underscores the critical importance of collective responsibility in ensuring road safety as the Lagos State Government is committed to reinforcing its monitoring frameworks, enhancing emergency response capabilities and intensifying public awareness campaigns to prevent such tragedies from recurring.

 

 

 

 

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